Chennai Metro Phase-2: Poonamallee-Porur Line Approved, Operations Start Jan 2026

• Chennai Metro Phase-2's Poonamallee-Porur stretch is set to begin operations in January 2026.
• This 9-kilometre section is part of Corridor 4, connecting Poonamallee to Lighthouse via Porur.
• CMRL will operate 13 three-coach trains at six-minute intervals during peak hours; trains will eventually be driverless.
• The Railway Board has granted approval for the operations on this crucial section.
• Delhi Metro Rail Corporation manages the 118.9-km Phase II network; existing NCMC and QR Code tickets will be valid.

Why It Matters: Chennai Metro's Poonamallee-Porur line (Phase-2) approved for Jan 2026 launch, boosting connectivity.