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title: SYSTRA optimises intermodal connections at Chennai Metro stations
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# SYSTRA optimises intermodal connections at Chennai Metro stations

![SYSTRA optimises intermodal connections at Chennai Metro stations](https://www.systra.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/gettyimages-train-on-chennai-metro-scaled.jpg)

For each station, the goal will be to improve connections, within a 500-metre
radius, between the different mobility services: metro, bus lines, taxis,
suburban rail lines, and more. Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is a
longstanding client of the Group, and we will support them in the design,
infrastructure improvements, and implementation strategy for the programme.

![](https://www.systra.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/hari-somalraju-9-002-905x1024.jpg)

> We are proud to advance, alongside CMRL, a vision that strengthens first- and
> last-mile connectivity and promotes the use of sustainable public transport.
> This project highlights our continued commitment to delivering integrated
> urban mobility solutions that meet the needs of Chennai’s residents.
> Hari Somalraju, Managing Director of SYSTRA India

![de-gauche-a-droite-ankush-malhotra-parveen-kumar-mr-t-archunan-cmrl-representatives](https://www.systra.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/de-gauche-a-droite-ankush-malhotra-parveen-kumar-mr-t-archunan-cmrl-representatives-1024x682.jpeg)

_The contract signing ceremony. From left ot right: Ankush Malhotra, Vice President DPR, SYSTRA India, Parveen Kumar, BL head-Systems, SYSTRA India, T. Archunan, Director (Projects), CMRL, CMRL representatives._

More accessible sidewalks, shaded walkways, pedestrian bridges, and easier
access to stations are among the proposed improvements. A reorganisation of
parking areas, drop-off zones, and the relocation of bus stops closer to station
entrances are also planned.

The main high-traffic stations, notably Central, Airport, Guindy, Thousand
Lights, Thirumangalam, and Alandur, are expected to be redeveloped as a
priority.

## The Chennai Metro: over a decade of commitment from SYSTRA

SYSTRA has been contributing to the development of the Chennai Metro network for
over a decade. Since 2015, the Group has acted as detailed design consultant for
the extension of the line in Phase 1 and, since 2021, in Phase 2, as well as,
more recently, for the preparation of a study focusing on two strategic
corridors. Furthermore, in 2023 SYSTRA contributed to
[the updating of the Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for the Chennai Metropolitan Area](https://www.systra.com/en/news/systra-envisages-the-future-of-mobility-in-chennai-india/)
.

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