In a major milestone for Kanpur Metro’s expansion, tunnel construction for Corridor-2 was officially launched under the presence of UPMRC Managing Director Shri Sushil Kumar. The fifth Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) has been deployed to commence tunneling in the 4.10 km underground stretch from Rawatpur to Double Pulia. This move accelerates the development of key areas along this metro line.
Rawatpur Station Design and Role:
The Rawatpur station is a crucial interchange point between Corridor-1 and Corridor-2 of the Kanpur Metro. The station’s design includes an elevated structure for Corridor-1, with plans for Corridor-2’s underground station to be built in the future. Special construction methods, such as the Cantilever construction or steel span of 45m, will be used to ensure the seamless integration of these structures without interrupting ongoing operations.
Alignment and Route Details:
After passing Rawatpur, the tunnel alignment follows a reverse curve along Rawatpur Main Road, reaching Double Pulia before continuing along Vijay Nagar and Kalyanpur Road. The alignment of Corridor-2 further stretches through the Barra region, connecting residential and commercial hubs such as Barra-3, Barra-7, and Barra-8. The corridor eventually crosses Jhansi Kanpur Highway and terminates at Barra-8, enhancing connectivity for residents in these key areas.
About Corridor-2:
- The total length of Corridor-2 is about 8.6 Km having 3.977 Km as elevated, switch over ramp in a length of 413m from (-) 8.0m to (+) 7.5m for underground to elevated portion followed by 4.210 Km as elevated.
- Total of 9 stations have been proposed for the corridor which includes 4 as underground namely, Agriculture University, Rawatpur, Kakadeo and Double Pulia and 5 as elevated namely, Vijay Nagar Chauraha, Govind Nagar, Barra Road, Barra – 7 and Barra – 8.
- The proposed MRTS alignment of Corridor-2 starts from Agriculture University along VIP Road. The alignment heads in the South direction passing through UPSRTC workshop, Mathura – Kanpur Railway tracks at Rawatpur Railway station and private properties of R.S. Puram.
- To integrate with Corridor-1 and with a view to provide scope for future Northward extension of Corridor-2, Rawatpur has become an obligatory point for Corridor-2.
Conclusion:
The launch of the fifth TBM signifies Kanpur Metro’s rapid progress in expanding connectivity across the city. With the interchange at Rawatpur and the seamless integration of elevated and underground sections, the project aims to significantly improve transportation in Kanpur. This effort will better serve the growing population and support the city’s future urban mobility plans.
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