Ahmedabad Welcomes First Make in India Metro Train, Boosts Atmanirbhar Bharat

• Ahmedabad received its first "Make in India" metro train, launched by CM Bhupendra Patel from Titagarh Rail Systems' plant near Kolkata.
• The indigenously manufactured train, built by Titagarh Rail Systems, embodies "Atmanirbhar Bharat" and features GOA4 (driverless) capability, high-quality stainless steel, and Ahmedabad-inspired design.
• Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRCL) ordered 10 such trains to meet Ahmedabad's growing metro demand and expand services for Phase-2.
• The first train will be delivered soon after final tests, with the remaining 9 arriving over the next 5-6 months, enhancing public transport.
• CM Patel highlighted India's infrastructure growth under PM Modi, with metro networks expanding from 248 km in 2014 to 1013 km in 2025.

Why It Matters: Ahmedabad's first Make in India metro train marks a significant step for indigenous manufacturing and urban transport.