Alstom has revealed that it powers Chennai Metro Phase II following the commercial launch of passenger services on the newly built Corridor 4. Furthermore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the flagship project, marking a key milestone for Tamil Nadu’s urban transport. Specifically, the line utilizes 36 advanced driverless Metropolis trainsets manufactured entirely in India.
The 26-kilometre transit route connects Poonamallee Bypass to Light House through 28 stations. Consequently, this network provides faster, safer, and reliable travel for over 11 million residents across Chennai.
Localised Engineering and Indigenous Manufacturing Capabilities
Significantly, the project highlights local manufacturing strength under the national Make in India strategy.
“The manufacturing completion of all 36 trainsets designed in Bengaluru and manufactured at Sri City reflects India’s engineering capabilities and our commitment to world-class indigenous mobility solutions,” stated Olivier Loison, Managing Director of Alstom India.
| Project Metric | Specification / Milestone |
| Contract Value | €124 Million (Awarded in 2023) |
| Fleet Quantity | 36 Trainsets (108 Metro Cars Total) |
| Operational Speed | Up to 80 km/h (Driverless Configuration) |
| Corridor Length | 26 Kilometres (18 Elevated, 10 Underground) |
| Engineering Site | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Production Plant | Sri City, Andhra Pradesh |
Indigenous Design Features Built for Commuter Comfort
Furthermore, Alstom powers Chennai Metro Phase II with custom elements honoring Tamil Nadu’s cultural legacy. For instance, the front mask takes inspiration from Bharatanatyam Mudras, while internal platform screens feature traditional Kolam art patterns.
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Corridor 4 Driverless Deployment
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1,000 Passenger Capacity Regenerative Braking Military-Grade Security
(3-Car Configuration) (Energy-Efficient) (CCTV & Cyber Protection)
Additionally, each three-car trainset accommodates up to 1,000 commuters safely. Meanwhile, dedicated seating areas support women and differently abled commuters with enhanced security features.
Long-Term Partnership Strengthening India Rail Infrastructure
Additionally, Alstom continues expanding its strategic footprint across India’s growing transit sector. Previously, the company supplied 208 metro cars alongside signalling and power networks for Chennai’s Phase I.
