INDORE: The length of the underground track for the Indore Metro is set to expand from the originally proposed 4 km stretch running from the Airport to Regal Square, with plans to extend it an additional 2 km to Khajrana Square.
The proposal was presented during a meeting of the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly’s Estimates Committee on Monday. Members of the committee emphasized the urgent initiation of underground construction for the much-anticipated Indore Metro project.
The committee convened at the Residency Kothi and highlighted the necessity of starting work after consultation with public representatives and building public trust. Recommendations will also be made to allocate funding and mandate parking at all Metro stations to enhance utility.
According to official sources, Khajrana Square emerged as the ‘most suitable location’ for the underground Metro track. The modifications would increase its total length from approximately 4 km to 6 km, connecting Khajrana Square to the Airport. This adjustment is anticipated to also address challenges related to land acquisition and the construction of stations.
Ajay Vishnoi, chair of the committee, commended the urban development initiatives and Smart City projects undertaken by the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC). He noted that extending the underground Metro from Khajrana to Kanadia would be a significant recommendation for government consideration.
However, the feedback wasn’t entirely favorable. Bhawar Singh Shekhawat, chair of the Public Accounts Committee, voiced concerns regarding the city’s outdated drainage systems, potholes, and the dilapidated conditions of roads like the Super Corridor. He also raised alarms about corruption in government projects and urged for improved supervisory measures in road construction, including penalties for contractors who fail to restore roads post-excavation.
The meeting included participation from various officials, such as divisional commissioner Deepak Singh and collector Asheesh Singh, alongside committee members and other public representatives.
