Alstom’s Metropolis metro trains have entered passenger service on Pune Metro Line 3, connecting the Hinjewadi IT hub with Shivajinagar through a 23.3-km elevated corridor comprising 23 stations. Inaugurated virtually by the Honourable Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, the new line is expected to significantly improve urban connectivity and provide thousands of IT professionals and residents with a safe, reliable and efficient commuting option.
The project is being implemented through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with Alstom responsible for supplying 22 Metropolis metro trainsets. The high-capacity transit corridor is expected to ease traffic congestion along one of Pune’s busiest routes and improve access between the city’s major IT hub and central areas.
Olivier Loison, Managing Director, Alstom India, said, “Pune Metro Line 3 is a step towards easing congestion and modernising the daily commute along the city’s busy IT corridor. At Alstom, we are proud to support this transformation with our 100% made-in-India Metropolis trains, engineered for Pune’s evolving mobility needs. Designed to operate efficiently for decades, our trains support sustainable urban travel and a better quality of life, helping build a more connected Pune, with less time in traffic and more possibilities for everyone.”
In keeping with the Government of India’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, all the trainsets are being manufactured at Alstom’s facility in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. So far, 20 of the 22 trainsets have been delivered to the Maan depot and commissioned for service. The trains have completed all mandatory tests and received approvals from the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) and the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS), confirming their readiness for passenger operations.
The three-car Metropolis trains have been designed to meet the requirements of high-density urban travel while prioritising passenger comfort and safety. Each trainset can accommodate up to 1,000 passengers and will operate at a maximum speed of 85 km/h, supporting efficient movement along the corridor and helping reduce dependence on road transport.
The trains feature dedicated spaces for passengers with reduced mobility, along with modern passenger amenities and advanced safety systems. They are powered by Alstom’s energy-efficient Mitrac propulsion system, which supports efficient operations and sustainable mobility.
The commencement of services on Pune Metro Line 3 marks an important step in strengthening the city’s public transport network. With its locally manufactured rolling stock and high-capacity operations, the corridor is set to make daily travel more convenient while supporting Pune’s continued urban and economic growth.
