Chennai Metro Completes Final Pier Construction on Ullagaram-ELCOT Stretch
26 Aug 2026Updated 21 days ago1 source
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Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has successfully completed the casting of the final pier (P814) near Medavakkam-1 station, marking a key milestone for the 11.3 km Ullagaram to ELCOT stretch of Phase 2, Corridor 5. The segment features 513 piers and includes a challenging 29-meter high section over the Medavakkam flyover. CMRL announced that U-girder and station construction are now underway.
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What happened
Chennai Metro Rail Limited completed the construction of the 513th and final pier (P814) for the 11.3 km Ullagaram to ELCOT stretch. This marks the completion of all pier casting works for this section under Phase 2 Corridor 5.
Why it matters
The completion of the piers paves the way for U-girder placement and station construction, bringing this heavily congested suburban Chennai route closer to receiving high-speed metro connectivity.
What we know
- The Ullagaram to ELCOT stretch spans 11.3 km and features 513 piers and 2,351 piles.
- The final pier, P814, is 25 meters high and located near Medavakkam-1 station.
- A highly challenging section is situated above the existing Medavakkam flyover at a height of 29 meters, featuring a 57-meter steel girder span.
What we don't know
- The exact commercial operations start date for this specific stretch.
- The total project cost allocated specifically for this ECV-03 package.
What's next
Chennai Metro Rail will focus on the intensive installation of U-girders and the completion of station structures along this corridor.
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