Cabinet Approves Extension of Ahmedabad Metro to Shahpur

26 Feb 2026 CW Team

The extension is forecast to serve approximately 23,702 passengers in 2029 and approximately 58,059 passengers in 2041, reflecting anticipated growth in transit demand. The corridor is designed to strengthen connectivity between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region and to provide direct access to major multinational companies, educational institutions and commercial centres along the route. Planners expect enhanced network integration to reduce travel times and to improve passenger convenience across the metropolitan area.

The broader Ahmedabad Metro network currently comprises 68.28 kilometres under Phase I and Phase II combined, with 53 stations brought into operation since September 2022 and January 2026 respectively. Daily ridership on the corridor is approximately 160,000, indicating strong public uptake of metro services. The new extension will integrate with existing lines to create more direct journeys for commuters and to support last mile connectivity.

The project is expected to generate approximately 1,000 jobs during construction and about 250 roles in the post?construction phase for operations and maintenance, in addition to indirect employment across supporting activities. Authorities expect benefits for daily commuters travelling between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region for business, employment and education purposes, thereby strengthening urban mobility and economic linkages. The extension is positioned as part of a broader effort to expand urban transit infrastructure and to bolster sustainable transport options in the region.

The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the existing North–South corridor from GIFT City to Shahpur, a stretch that will be three point three three kilometres long and will include three elevated stations. The project is expected to be completed in approximately four years and carries an estimated cost of Rs 10,673.5 million (mn). The scheme was cleared for implementation by Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC), a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Gujarat. GMRC will oversee planning, construction and commissioning of the new section. The extension is forecast to serve approximately 23,702 passengers in 2029 and approximately 58,059 passengers in 2041, reflecting anticipated growth in transit demand. The corridor is designed to strengthen connectivity between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region and to provide direct access to major multinational companies, educational institutions and commercial centres along the route. Planners expect enhanced network integration to reduce travel times and to improve passenger convenience across the metropolitan area. The broader Ahmedabad Metro network currently comprises 68.28 kilometres under Phase I and Phase II combined, with 53 stations brought into operation since September 2022 and January 2026 respectively. Daily ridership on the corridor is approximately 160,000, indicating strong public uptake of metro services. The new extension will integrate with existing lines to create more direct journeys for commuters and to support last mile connectivity. The project is expected to generate approximately 1,000 jobs during construction and about 250 roles in the post?construction phase for operations and maintenance, in addition to indirect employment across supporting activities. Authorities expect benefits for daily commuters travelling between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region for business, employment and education purposes, thereby strengthening urban mobility and economic linkages. The extension is positioned as part of a broader effort to expand urban transit infrastructure and to bolster sustainable transport options in the region.

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Implementation Status of Jal Jeevan Mission

Since August 2019 the Government has implemented Jal Jeevan Mission to provide assured potable water through household tap connections in rural India. At the start of the mission only 32.3 million (mn) rural households, representing 16.7 per cent, were reported to have tap water connections. States and union territories have reported that 125.8 mn additional rural households have since been provided with tap connections. As a result, of about 193.6 mn rural households roughly 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water supply at home.\n\nThe State, district and village level st..

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Jal Jeevan Mission Reaches Eighty One Per Cent Rural Coverage

The Government reported substantial progress under the Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in August 2019 to provide tap water to every rural household. At launch only 32.3 million (mn) rural households had tap connections and states and Union territories reported provision of 125.8 mn additional households by March 2026. Consequently, out of about 193.6 mn rural households around 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water at home. The Finance Minister announced extension of the mission until 2028 in the 2025-26 budget speech. The Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen, launched in October 20..

Infrastructure Urban

13 Mar 2026

Empowering Local Governance for Sustainable Rural Water Supply

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has aligned the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) with the 73rd Amendment to strengthen village level planning and community ownership of water supply. Gram Panchayats, village water and sanitation committees and Pani Samitis are to plan, implement, manage and maintain piped water systems, with gram sabha processes formalising handover and oversight. Implementation support agencies including non government organisations, community based organisations and self help groups have been empanelled to train local committees and promote women participation. Under JJM, the department ..