Chennai Metro Phase II Funding Crosses Rs 8,000 Crore

August 20, 2025

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The Central Government has disbursed over Rs 8,000 crore for Chennai Metro Rails Phase II, including Rs 3,000 crore in 2025. The Rs 63,246-crore project, a 50:50 CentreState joint venture backed by international loans, covers 118.9 km across three corridors. As of June 2025, it has achieved 44.33% physical and 40.43% financial progress. The first elevated section, Corridor 4 from Poonamallee to Porur, is slated for opening in December 2025, with more sections expected to become operational in 2026.

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