Madhya Pradesh Prepares to Run Two Metro Trains in Opposite Directions

Bhopal Metro: The second phase of metro train trials has commenced. While previously only a single metro train rake was observed running on the tracks, trials now involve two rakes running simultaneously in opposite directions.

Bhopal Metro: The second phase of metro train trials has commenced. While previously, single metro rakes were observed running on the tracks, the trials now involve two rakes operating simultaneously in opposite directions. The Metro Rail Corporation has initiated these trials, running from the Subhash Nagar metro depot to the Kamlapati metro station and further to AIIMS.

Trains Crossing Paths

This trial involves running trains in opposite directions on both tracks of the elevated line of the Bhopal Metro (Bhopal Metro). On the 6.22 km track, the trains are being made to cross each other three to four times. Currently, the speed is maintained at 50 km per hour. Corporation officials state that the metro will eventually run at 90 km per hour, with crossings also conducted at this speed.

Commercial Run Planned for August

Under the metro train project, the aim is to commence commercial operations, i.e., running trains with passengers, by August. Indore is currently preparing for its commercial run, followed by Bhopal in three months. Work is underway on the metro tracks, lines, stations, and speed optimisation. In Bhopal, the Orange and Blue lines are slated for completion in 2027, aiming to run the metro on approximately 30 km of track from AIIMS to Karond and from Bhadbhada to Ratnagiri Tiraha, carrying regular passengers.

“Our team is working rapidly. Indore is set to begin its commercial run soon, and we will also conduct all trials and commence commercial operations in Bhopal.” – Chaitanya S Krishna, MD, Metro Rail Corporation