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Patna, September 1, 2025: After years of anticipation, the Patna Metro Rail project is set to take a major leap forward.
The trial run of the metro will begin on September 2, announced Water Resources and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary on Monday.
In a post on his official X handle, Choudhary wrote, Patna metro, the dream of Biharis, has now become a reality. Trial of Patna metro will start from September 2, which will give new heights to both the speed and progress of the capital. It is a priceless gift by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and the NDA government, which will become the new identity of development and modernity of Bihar.”
Review meeting of Patna Metro held:
Earlier in the day, Abhay Kumar Singh, MD of Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited cum Secretary of Urban Development and Housing Department of Bihar, chaired a high-level review meeting in Patna with Abhilasha Sharma, Joint Secretary of Urban Development and Housing cum AMD of Patna Metro Rail Corporation Limited, along with officials of PMRCL and DMRC.
The focus was on completing the priority corridor of 6 KM between ISBT and Malahi Pakadi, covering stations at Bhoothnath Road, Zero Mile and Khemnichak.
Officials directed for speedy execution, strong inter-agency coordination and strict quality checks, stressing that the Metro project is racing ahead to redefine public transport in Patna.
Metro coaches and design:
A set of three coaches has already reached Patna for the trial.
Recently, the bogies were unveiled in the striking saffron colour, adorned with Madhubani artwork and paintings depicting Bihar’s rich culture and historical heritage.
The designs showcase Golghar, Mahavir Temple, Mahabodhi Tree, Buddha Stupa and Nalanda ruins, blending modern infrastructure with traditional symbolism.
The Patna metro, once operational, is expected to transform daily commuting, ease traffic congestion, and provide world-class public transport to lakhs of residents.
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