Is the Guwahati Metro finally becoming a reality?
Residents have been waiting for years to see the first Metro train glide through the heart of Assam’s capital.
In this article, we cover the latest Guwahati Metro Project 2025 updates, project status, launch timelines, and why it could completely change the city's future.
What is the Guwahati Metro Project?
| Category & Details |
|---|
| Project Name: Guwahati Metro Rail |
| Managing Agency: Guwahati Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) |
| Adviser: RITES Ltd. submitted its final Comprehensive Mobility Plan & Alternative Analysis report to the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA). |
| Network Size: Approx. 60 km (Phase 1) |
| Estimated Budget: ₹6,000–7,000 Crore |
| Planned Corridors: North-South, East-West, Airport Link, Feeder Lines |
| Status: Surveys, DPR Completed; Construction Yet to Start |
| Expected Launch: By 2030 (Phase 1) |
Guwahati Metro is a proposed rapid transit system aimed at reducing traffic congestion, boosting public transport efficiency, and modernizing urban mobility in the city of Guwahati, Assam.
Key Features:
Four main corridors covering major parts of the city
Sustainable and eco-friendly transportation
Reduction of traffic burden on GS Road, Zoo Road, Beltola, Khanapara, and more
Current Status of Guwahati Metro (2025 Update)
| Work | Status |
|---|---|
| Land Surveys | In Progress |
| Environmental Clearances | Ongoing |
| Funding Negotiations | Discussions with JICA, World Bank |
| Civil Work | Yet to Begin |
Although physical construction has not yet started, background activities like surveys, detailed project reports (DPR), and approvals are steadily progressing.
Challenges Ahead
| Challenge | Details |
|---|---|
| Land Acquisition | Some expected delays in dense urban areas |
| Funding | Heavy reliance on external agencies and loans |
| Environmental Concerns | Need for river and wetland protection |
Large infrastructure projects often face delays, and Guwahati Metro is no exception. However, the momentum in 2025 shows promise.
Why Guwahati Needs a Metro
Managing Urban Growth
Guwahati is expanding rapidly, and its old transport systems are struggling to keep up.
Solving Traffic Congestion
Daily commuters experience massive traffic jams. A Metro network can drastically reduce surface traffic.
Environmentally Friendly
Metro systems cut down carbon emissions and promote greener cities.
Economic Growth
Metro stations often lead to real estate booms, new businesses, and better job opportunities around them.
When Can We Expect the Metro?
If approvals, funding, and land acquisitions stay on track
Construction could begin by 2025–26
First Phase Launch could happen around 2030
Guwahati’s Future on Track
The Guwahati Metro Rail Project is no longer a fantasy — it is slowly turning into reality. While it will take a few more years before we see trains running across the city, the vision is clear: a smarter, greener, and faster Guwahati is on the way.
Stay tuned to Guwahatipedia for regular updates, insights, and developments about Guwahati's transformation!
FAQs About Guwahati Metro
Q: When will the Guwahati Metro construction start?
A: Construction is expected to begin after 2025–26, depending on clearances and funding.
Q: What will be the cost of Guwahati Metro?
A: Approximately ₹6,000–7,000 crore for Phase 1.
Q: Will Guwahati Metro connect to the airport?
A: Yes, one of the corridors will directly connect to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport.
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