Urban Transportation Archives - Indian Infrastructure

Building for Growth: Economic gains key to assessing the impact of infrastructure investments in India

August 17, 2026

By Ashwani K. Muthoo, Director General, Independent Evaluation Office, New Development Bank India is no longer debating whether infrastructure drives economic growth. That debate is settled. The more relevant question today is whether every infrastructure […]

Building on Data: Increasing digitalisation across infrastructure sectors

August 10, 2026

India’s infrastructure development is running at a scale few economies have ever attempted simultaneously, with expressways, metro rails, dedicated freight corridors, ports, tunnels all under construction at once. This pace has forced a parallel shift. […]

Interview with Vivek Garg: “Rail services are no longer a support function”

July 3, 2026

In an interview with Indian Infrastructure, Vivek Garg, Managing Director, MELPL and Services, Alstom India, discusses the evolving trends in railway infrastructure, Alstom’s service portfolio, the role of technology and the future outlook for the […]

Transforming Transit: Growing focus on safety, sustainability and technology in urban rail projects

May 6, 2026

India’s urban rail ecosystem is undergoing rapid expansion, with construction activity increasing significantly. Over the past two decades, metro rail systems have evolved from a handful of corridors in major metropolitan cities to a complex […]

Digital Ticketing: Building a future-ready AFC system for Mumbai Metro Line 1

March 6, 2026

Over the years, ticketing systems across Indian metro networks have progressed from manual, paper-based processes to advanced, integrated digital solutions, including tokens and smart cards that enable seamless travel across multiple modes of transport. Automatic […]

Views of Dr Vikas Kumar: “Delhi Metro’s impact extends well beyond mobility”

February 11, 2026

India is undergoing rapid urban transformation. With the urban population projected to reach nearly 600 million by 2030, pressure on cities to deliver efficient infrastructure, mobility and services is growing at an unprecedented scale. Urbanisation, […]

Optimising Energy Use: Aiming for cleaner, more cost-efficient and resilient metro networks

December 10, 2025

India’s metro rail systems are undergoing a structural shift towards integrated energy optimisation. Beyond merely expanding their geographic reach, they are rethinking how energy is consumed, generated and stored. This is driven by advances in […]

Interview with Loknath Behera:“Kochi Metro has taken significant strides towards sustainable construction”

September 20, 2025

As Indian cities work towards building smarter and more sustainable transport systems, metro rail systems have emerged as a cornerstone of urban mobility. Kochi Metro is one such rapid transit system, serving Kochi and its […]

Smooth Commute: Network expansions and forward-looking initiatives shape urban mobility

September 19, 2025

The urban transport sector in India has witnessed notable growth, with widespread network expansion. The sector now offers a faster, more efficient and cleaner mode of commute through mass rapid transit systems (MRTSs), or metro […]

Modernising Urban Transit: Key developments in the sector

September 19, 2025

The urban transportation sector has made notable progress in recent years, with metro rail and regional rapid transit systems (RRTSs) experiencing significant network expansion. This growth has been driven by government support, robust funding and […]

Expanding Reach: Transforming urban mobility through digital solutions and sustainable initiatives

September 19, 2025

India’s metro rail sector is undergoing a paradigm shift, driven by robust investments, technology deployment and modernisation, as well as compelling policy measures. With strong emphasis on multimodal integration, sustainability and an expanding network, Nagpur […]

As Indian cities undergo rapid urbanisation, metro rail systems have emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable urban mobility. The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) is at the forefront of this transformation, driving progress in […]

Revving Up: Growing focus on EV charging infrastructure

August 5, 2025

India’s urban mass transport sector is expanding rapidly, and with it, the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure segment, reflecting the accelerating shift towards sustainable mobility solutions. This growth is visible most prominently in metro cities […]

Smart Moves: Innovations in metro rail systems

May 6, 2025

India’s metro rail network has expanded rapidly over the past decade. Currently, over 1,000 km of the metro network is operational in the country. Key metro rail systems include the Delhi metro, Mumbai metro, Kolkata […]

Project Showcase: Pune metro blends functionality and aesthetics to build world-class stations

May 6, 2025

The ongoing expansion of metro networks in Indian cities has led to an increased emphasis on modernisation, driving significant design advancements and new innovations. Metro facilities have witnessed notable improvements, with several state-of-the-art solutions replacing […]

Integrated Mobility: Growing focus on transit-oriented development

April 7, 2025

The rapid expansion of metro networks in Indian cities has led to a heightened emphasis on facilitating smooth intermodal transfers, minimising travel time and improving commuter convenience. Integrated mobility in India’s metro infrastructure is transforming […]

Connecting Cities: RRTS to significantly enhance urban mobility

February 5, 2025

The regional rapid transit system (RRTS), being implemented by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), is a rail-based high speed, high-capacity and safe commuter service connecting regional nodes, which is expected to reduce road […]

Emerging Modes of Transit: Metrolite, MetroNeo, RRTS and water metro

December 3, 2024

India’s urban rail sector is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing need to enhance intra-city connectivity, alleviate traffic congestion, and promote sustainable urban mobility. Project implementation in urban transport has accelerated significantly, with over […]