Guiding One of India’s Largest Metro Expansions Through Integrated Programme Management

Chennai

Railway

Aarvee Engineering Consultants Ltd. is providing General Consultancy Services as part of the NKAB Consortium (with Nippon Koei India Ltd., Japan, and Balaji Railroad Systems Pvt. Ltd.) for the JICA-funded portion of Chennai Metro Phase II, covering Corridor 3 and Corridor 5.  

The assignment supports the delivery of a 51.5 km mass rapid transit network, combining elevated and underground sections, aimed at transforming mobility across Chennai through a fast, reliable, and integrated urban transit system.

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Junction & Crossing stations

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Impact Highlights

Enables a city-wide shift to high-capacity public transport,

Key Challenges

Managing complex interface conditions with multiple contractors executing tunnelling and station works simultaneously
Coordinating operations involving 15 trench cutters and 17 tunnel boring machines (TBMs) across dense urban corridors
Executing 3- and 4-level underground stations in Class I hard rock strata
Delivering double-decker elevated sections and stations (5 locations)
Navigating extensive underground utility networks, including sewer, water, and stormwater systems

Awards

Best Project Award – Construction Health, Safety & Environment 15th CIDC Vishwakarma Awards, 2024
CIDC Vishwakarma Awards 2025 – Initiatives in skilling, emerging technologies, best practices, and vibrant work environment (NKAB Consortium)

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Guiding One of India’s Largest Metro Expansions Through Integrated Programme Management

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