Construction of Phase I comprised a 5.1km rail loop connecting Cyber City, NH-8 and Sikanderpur station on Delhi Metro Line 2, which began in 2008.
Estimated to cost INR1500 million, the second phase will see a 6.5km rail line which will extend the network southwards and include six elevated metro stations – DLF Phase I, Sushant Lok, Sec. 42 Crossing, Sector 54-53, AIT Chowk and Sector 55-56. The stations will be built above existing carriageways and will include residential and commercial spaces.
Upon completion, the project will offer a sustainable solution to the city’s traffic congestion by reducing dependency on cars, inefficient urban sprawl and increasing the use of public transport.
To achieve LEED sustainability certification, the project will include various sustainable features like renewable energy sources such as solar power, energy-efficient design and rain water harvesting.
The metro is being developed by Rapid Metro Rail Gurgaon. Phase II is expected to be completed by late 2016.
