Gurugram Metro Invites Bids to Power New 30km Line
Gurugram has moved a step closer to building its long-awaited metro corridor, with Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) inviting bids from qualified agencies to design the complete power supply and traction systems for the new 30.5-kilometre elevated metro line. The tender marks a critical milestone in the rollout of modern infrastructure for the city’s growing public transport needs.
The selected Detailed Design Consultancy (DDC) agency will be responsible for creating a full design framework that includes the metro’s power supply network, traction electrification systems, and real-time monitoring solutions. This design scope spans 28 stations, a maintenance depot at Sector 33, and two spur lines linking the main corridor to Sector 101 and Sector 5. The proposed alignment stretches from Millennium City Centre to Cyber City, covering key transit points and residential hubs. The route integrates seamlessly with existing infrastructure, aiming to reduce traffic load, provide sustainable mobility options, and promote transit-oriented development along its length.
A key component of the project’s infrastructure will be the adoption of a 750V DC third rail traction system, a modern and space-efficient power delivery solution used across global metro systems. This conductor rail system will run parallel to the track, supplying continuous electricity to the trains while maintaining operational safety and allowing for easier maintenance. The DDC agency will also be tasked with designing the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for the corridor. This system will enable real-time monitoring, fault detection, and control of the metro’s entire power network — from substations to train traction — ensuring efficiency and operational continuity.
“This design phase is one of the most technically demanding and critical parts of the project,” said a senior official. “We are looking for a high-calibre agency with expertise in large-scale urban transit systems, especially in the design of high-voltage electrification and automation networks.” Alongside this, GMRL is in the final stages of appointing a General Consultant (GC) for the metro project. The GC will be responsible for daily technical oversight, reviewing the progress of civil construction, ensuring system compatibility, and maintaining quality control. “We expect the GC to be onboarded in the next two to three weeks,” the official confirmed.
While the systems design process is being initiated, work on civil construction is also progressing. Phase 1 of the project — covering a 15.2 km stretch between Millennium City Centre and Sector 9 — is undergoing technical bid evaluation. This segment includes 14 elevated stations and a spur line extending toward the Dwarka Expressway, a major growth corridor in the Delhi NCR region. Eight infrastructure firms have submitted bids for this civil contract. The selected civil construction agency will handle viaduct construction, station architecture, and supporting utilities along the route. According to officials, the firm will also be responsible for creating a comprehensive traffic management plan to minimise disruption during construction, in close coordination with local authorities.
The Gurugram Metro corridor is being developed as a high-capacity, future-ready urban transit solution intended to ease pressure on road networks, cut emissions, and connect residential clusters with commercial hubs across the city. Once operational, it will significantly reduce the city’s dependence on road-based private transport, contributing to reduced congestion and air pollution. Urban planning experts say the inclusion of the 750V DC third rail system and SCADA integration reflects a technologically progressive approach to metro development. “It ensures higher energy efficiency, automation, and real-time diagnostics — all crucial for modern urban mobility,” said a transport systems analyst based in Delhi.
In terms of network design, the two spur lines — one extending from Basai village to Dwarka Expressway in Sector 101, and another from Sector 5 to Gurgaon Railway Station — will enhance first-mile and last-mile connectivity, helping the metro serve as a backbone of multimodal integration. The maintenance depot at Sector 33, meanwhile, is set to become a central hub for train operations, stabling, inspection, and repairs. It will be designed to handle daily servicing requirements as well as long-term rolling stock maintenance. The Gurugram Metro project was long delayed but has gained momentum after being backed by the Haryana state government and approved under national urban infrastructure development schemes. With both design and construction processes now underway, GMRL aims to align its timelines with city-wide urban planning initiatives.
While the final deadline for commissioning the full line has not been announced, officials indicate that major works for Phase 1 will begin in early 2026, subject to final approvals and land readiness. The full corridor, once complete, is expected to serve hundreds of thousands of daily commuters, transforming mobility in one of India’s fastest-growing urban districts.
