THE JAIPUR METRO

As Jaipur continues to grow rapidly due to industrial expansion, commercial activity, and a rising population, its traditional transport infrastructure has struggled to keep pace. To address this challenge, the Rajasthan State Government established a special purpose vehicle—Jaipur Metro Rail Corporation Limited (JMRC)—to implement the Jaipur Metro project, modelled after the success of the Delhi Metro. Recognised as one of the fastest-built metro systems in India, it is also the first in the country to operate on a double-storey elevated structure combining road and metro tracks.

The Jaipur Metro is developed in two main phases: the Pink Line (Phase I) and the Orange Line (Phase II).

• Phase IA: This Pink Line spans 9.63 kilometres, connecting Mansarovar to Chandpole. This stretch includes nine metro stations: Mansarovar, New Atish Market, Vivek Vihar, Shyam Nagar, Ram Nagar, Civil Lines, Railway Station, Sindhi Camp, and Chandpole.

• Phase IB: It is an extension from Chandpole to Badi Chaupar. It will extend the Pink Line's reach further into the heart of the old city, thereby improving accessibility and reducing travel time.

• Phase II: This one, referred to as the Orange Line, will cover 23.09 kilometres and comprise 20 stations. It links the Sitapura Industrial Area in the south to Ambabari in the north.
  
  

Note: A Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (UMTA) has been established to ensure better integration of various public transport systems. This body aims to implement a common ticketing system and unified fare structure, enabling seamless travel across different modes of transport.

The metro’s operational stretch from Mansarovar to Chandpole has already impacted the city’s real estate landscape. This corridor was already well-developed in terms of social and physical infrastructure, and the arrival of the metro has only boosted its appeal. Both capital values and rental yields have seen a noticeable rise, reflecting increased demand and improved accessibility.

Developers have responded by acquiring large land parcels along the corridor and launching multi-storey residential projects targeting mid-income and high-income buyers. The metro has effectively connected residential zones like Mansarovar with business hubs like Chandpole, stimulating balanced development across its influence zone.

Phase IB extends these benefits to the city’s peripheral and heritage areas, potentially unlocking new real estate opportunities and further decentralising urban growth.

The Jaipur Metro is more than just a transport project—it's a catalyst for urban transformation. With its modern infrastructure, strategic connectivity, and city-wide impact, it promises to redefine commuting in Jaipur while playing a vital role in the city's real estate and economic development.

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