Bids Invited for Rs 62.5 Billion Vizag Metro Project

29 Jul 2025 CW Team

The long-anticipated Visakhapatnam Metro Project has made significant progress, with the Andhra Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation inviting bids for the first civil contract under Phase 1 of the Vizag Metro. The estimated cost of this contract is Rs 62.5 billion.

This engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract covers the design and construction of a 46.23 km viaduct spanning three corridors, including a 20.16 km double-decker four-lane flyover cum metro viaduct. The project also comprises 42 elevated metro stations across Visakhapatnam.

Recently, SYSTRA Consultancy signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Andhra Pradesh government, appointing it as the general consultant for the project. SYSTRA will be responsible for supervising planning, design, and construction activities.

The Visakhapatnam Metro, part of the state’s broader urban infrastructure upgrade, is expected to transform public transport in the coastal city and improve overall connectivity.

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