In a major boost to urban connectivity in Gujarat, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greenlit the extension of the Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) corridor from GIFT City to Shahpur. This 3.33-kilometer elevated stretch will feature three new stations, promising to transform daily commutes for thousands.
The project, with an estimated cost of ₹1,067.35 crore, is slated for completion in about four years. By 2029, it is expected to serve around 23,702 passengers daily, rising to 58,059 by 2041. This extension will seamlessly link Ahmedabad with the bustling GIFT City, benefiting multinational corporations, educational hubs, and commercial centers along the route.
Daily commuters traveling between Ahmedabad and GIFT City for business, jobs, and studies stand to gain the most. The move will enhance network integration, slash travel times, and elevate passenger comfort significantly.
Beyond direct ridership, the project is set to generate approximately 1,000 jobs during construction and 250 in operations and maintenance post-completion. Indirect employment opportunities will further ripple through associated sectors, fueling economic growth.
Implemented by the Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMC), a 50:50 joint venture between the Government of India and Gujarat, this extension builds on the existing network. Phase 1 of Ahmedabad Metro (APMC to Motera Stadium and Thaltej to Vastral) and Phase 2 (Motera to Mahatma Mandir and GNLU to GIFT City) already boast 53 stations across 68.28 kilometers. These lines, operational since September 2022 and January 2026 respectively, currently ferry about 1,60,000 passengers daily.
This strategic expansion underscores the government’s commitment to world-class public transport, poised to drive prosperity in one of India’s fastest-growing regions.