STN: Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation has invited bids for design consultancy work under Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3. This step marks the start of the next stage of metro expansion in the city.
The tender is for preparing detailed designs of viaducts and stations on two new corridors. These corridors will connect Thaltej Gam to Canal Road and Godhavi to Canal Road.
The tender number is GMRC/DDC/ELEV-VDCT+STNS/PH-3A/2026. The total cost of the contract is about ₹16.95 crore. The work is expected to be completed in 48 months.
The pre-bid meeting is set for April 18, 2026. The last date to submit bids is May 18, 2026.
Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3 Corridors to Add New Stations
Under Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3, two elevated corridors will be developed. Their total length is around 10.8 km.
First Corridor Details
- Route: Thaltej Gam to Canal Road Metro Station
- Length: 3.313 km
- Stations: 3 elevated stations
Second Corridor Details
- Route: Godhavi to Canal Road Metro Station
- Length: 7.505 km
- Stations: 6 elevated stations
These corridors will improve travel within the city. They will also connect new residential and business areas. This will help people reach metro stations more easily.
The design work will include viaducts passing through station areas. This ensures better planning and smooth construction later.
Hybrid Corridor in Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3
One key part of Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3 is the hybrid Metro-RRTS corridor. This will be built between Godhavi and Canal Road.
This type of corridor supports both metro trains and regional rapid transit systems. It helps connect city travel with nearby regions.
Such a system can reduce travel time. It can also make daily travel easier for people who move between city and nearby towns.
The hybrid model shows a shift in how transport systems are planned. It focuses on combining different types of transport in one network.
Role of Design Consultancy in Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3
The consultancy work will define how the corridors are built. It will cover structure, safety, and design details.
Good planning at this stage helps avoid delays later. It also ensures that the metro system can handle future demand.
Ahmedabad’s metro network is already helping many people travel across the city. With Ahmedabad Metro Phase 3, the network will grow further.
This expansion will support the city’s growth. It will also improve daily travel for residents.
What This Means for the City
Ahmedabad is growing fast. New areas are developing outside the main city.
The new corridors will connect these areas to the metro network. This will reduce travel time and traffic on roads.
The hybrid corridor may also link Ahmedabad with nearby regions in the future. This can make travel easier for work and business.
With the tender process now open, the next phase of work is set to begin soon.
FAQs
A: It is a system where metro trains and regional rapid trains use the same corridor. This allows both city and regional travel on one route.
A: It helps plan the structure, safety, and layout before construction starts. This reduces errors and saves time later.
A: The design consultancy itself will take about 48 months. Construction timelines may extend beyond that.
A: Yes, better metro connectivity can reduce the number of vehicles on roads and improve travel time.
A: Yes, both corridors planned under this tender are elevated routes.
