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The Union Cabinet has sanctioned a 3.33-kilometer extension of Ahmedabad Metro�s North-South corridor from GIFT City to Shahpur, featuring three elevated stations and costing INR 1,067.35 crore. Expected to benefit over 23,000 passengers initially and 58,000 by 2041, the project aims to improve connectivity for commuters, businesses, and educational institutions in the GIFT region. GMRC will oversee construction, creating around 1,000 jobs during the build phase and 250 operational roles afterward, with indirect employment opportunities also anticipated.
The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved an extension of the North-South corridor of the Ahmedabad Metro, stretching from GIFT City to Shahpur. The new stretch will cover 3.33 kilometers and include three elevated stations, with construction expected to be completed in about four years. The estimated cost of the project is INR 1,067.35 crore. Advertisement
This extension is projected to serve around 23,702 passengers by 2029 and nearly 58,059 passengers by 2041. It aims to strengthen connectivity between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region, benefiting major multinational companies, educational institutions, and commercial centers along the route. Daily commuters traveling for business, employment, and education will experience significantly improved travel convenience, as the corridor enhances network integration across the metro system.
The project will create approximately 1,000 jobs during the construction phase. After completion, around 250 people will be employed for operations and maintenance. Additionally, related commercial and logistical activities are expected to generate substantial indirect employment. The extension will be executed by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC), a 50:50 joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat.
Gujarat Metro has already made significant progress with its existing network. Phase-I of the Ahmedabad Metro, covering 68.28 km from APMC to Motera Stadium (North-South Corridor) and Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam (East-West Corridor), became operational in September 2022. Phase-II, which connects Motera Stadium to Mahatma Mandir and GNLU to GIFT City, started operating in January 2026. The total network currently comprises 53 stations and handles a daily ridership of approximately 1,60,000 passengers.
FAQ
1. What project has been approved by the Union Cabinet?
The Union Cabinet has approved a 3.33-kilometre extension of the North-South corridor of Ahmedabad Metro from GIFT City to Shahpur. The project will feature three elevated stations and aims to strengthen metro connectivity between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region, which is home to multiple multinational companies, educational institutions, and commercial centers. This extension is part of the broader Phase-II metro expansion plan to improve commuter experience and support urban mobility in rapidly developing areas.
2. What is the estimated cost and expected timeline for completion?
The project is estimated to cost INR 1,067.35 crore. Construction is expected to take about four years, with the extension becoming operational around 2030, depending on project execution and approvals. The construction phase will involve large-scale civil and structural work, including elevated tracks and station development, while integrating modern metro infrastructure and safety standards.
3. How many passengers are expected to benefit from this extension?
Initially, the corridor is expected to serve around 23,702 daily passengers by 2029. With growing urban development and economic activity in the GIFT region, ridership is projected to increase to 58,059 daily passengers by 2041. This extension will provide faster, safer, and more convenient travel for commuters, reducing road congestion and enhancing connectivity between residential, commercial, and educational hubs.
4. Who will execute and manage the project?
The extension will be executed by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC), a 50:50 joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat. GMRC will oversee the construction, commissioning, and eventual operations of the corridor. The project will follow stringent standards for safety, accessibility, and passenger amenities, while coordinating with local authorities to ensure smooth integration with the existing metro network.
5. What employment opportunities will the project generate?
The extension is expected to create around 1,000 direct jobs during construction, covering engineers, technicians, construction workers, and project management staff. After commissioning, approximately 250 operational roles will be created for station management, train operations, and maintenance. In addition, indirect employment will be generated in nearby areas through ancillary services such as retail, logistics, and local commerce around the stations, boosting the economic impact of the metro extension.
6. How does this extension fit into the overall Ahmedabad Metro network and benefit commuters?
This corridor complements the existing network, including Phase-I (68.28 km) from APMC to Motera Stadium and Thaltej Gam to Vastral Gam, which became operational in September 2022, and Phase-II (Motera Stadium to Mahatma Mandir and GNLU to GIFT City), operational from January 2026. With a total of 53 stations handling around 1,60,000 daily passengers, the extension will further integrate the metro network, reduce travel time for commuters in the GIFT and Shahpur regions, and support economic and educational activity by providing efficient, safe, and reliable urban mobility.
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