The skyline of the Millennium City will alter permanently. Through 2026, the final administrative green light of the planned 35.2km elevated Pachgaon Metro Line is quickly closing in. This project is meant to connect the upper-end residential Gurgaon and the industrial heart of Manesar, so this project is being termed as the transport miracle that the area has been craving.
This metro line is not about the tracks and the trains, but reinventing the urban mobility of millions of people living and working in the area, as this metro will have 28 proposed stations, and a vision that is multimodal.
Project Overview: Fast, Big and Networked.
The suggested corridor is an infrastructure project of high stakes having a proposed budget of ₹8500 crore. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) prepared by RITES and which is under scrutiny of the state by Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) is now awaiting to go to the Union Ministry that will give it the final nod.
| Feature | Details |
| Total Length | 35.2 km (Entirely Elevated) |
| Number of Stations | 28 Stations |
| Estimated Cost | ~₹8,500 Crore |
| Starting Point | Sector 56, Gurgaon (Rapid Metro Interchange) |
| Ending Point | Pachgaon, Manesar (RRTS & HORC Interchange) |
| Status (2026) | DPR submitted; state approval imminent |
The Pachgaon line has been plotted in such a way that it covers the most vital growth areas of the city. In passing through New Gurgaon, the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) and the Dwarka Expressway zones, the metro will be the lifeline of the city in its future development.
Key Areas & Interchange Hubs:
- Sector 56 (Interchange): This station starts at the current Rapid Metro station and offers an easy access to anyone who is commuting between Cyber City and Golf Course road.
- Southern Peripheral Road (SPR): This road will go through Sectors 61, 62, 66, and 69 and will be a huge solution to the day-to-day traffic jam at Vatika Chowk.
- The Global City & the Dwarka Expressway: The route will pass through the future Global City, a futuristic CBD (Central Business District) that will have fortune 500 companies.
- IMT Manesar: The industrial hub will finally be linked to the residential heart of Gurgaon enabling the thousands of factory workers and managers to be hassle-free commute.
- Pachgaon (Multimodal Hub): The terminal station will be a mega-interchange station to the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) to Alwar and the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor (HORC).
Innovation Playbook: The Double-Decker Vision.
A proposal of a Double-Decker Viaduct is one of the most thrilling developments in the Pachgaon line in 2026. Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL) has proposed the integrated structure between Ghata Chowk and Vatika Chowk to save space and lower costs of construction.
The Idea: There will be two levels to be supported by one set of pillars on the lower level the elevated road will accommodate six lanes and on the upper level the metro tracks. The aim of this type of vertical infrastructure is to avoid the forest of pillars that can easily inflict on very fast-growing cities.
The Reason why the Pachgaon Metro is a Game-Changer.
1. Decolgesting of the NH-48 (Delhi-Jaipur Highway).
The only route that was considered as possible during the last decade between Gurgaon and Manesar is the Delhi- Jaipur Highway with legendary traffic jams at the Kherki Daula toll. The Pachgaon Metro will be a solution offering a good, weather-controlled alternative which could absorb thousands of personal vehicles in a day.
2. Metro Effect on Real Estate.
As it has been observed in history, property value follows the metro wherever it travels. The prices of properties in the SPR and Dwarka Expressway are already witnessing a pre-approval boom by real estate experts.
Capital Appreciation: The 70, 75 and 88 sectors are likely to experience a 15 20 percent increase in capital upon commencement of construction.
Rental Yields: The areas will become hotspots among young professionals with an improved connection, and the rent yield is estimated to be 4.5-5.2.
3. Sustainability and Air Quality.
When commuters replace diesel-powered buses and gas petrol cars with an electric rail, Gurgaon is making a major move in terms of the air quality index (AQI). The project is in line with the overall larger vision of Green Gurgaon, which is favoring the use of public transit as a lifestyle.
Problems and The Future.
On the one hand, the excitement can be felt, but a project as big as it is is not free of challenges. Some pockets around Manesar and technical issues associated with acquisition of land and the technical complexity of the double-decker parts will have to be done with very keen engineering.
But with the Haryana government on the forefront of funding, through a seed fund of 1500 crore, facilitated by HSIIDC, the Haryana government appears to have cleared all the financial hurdles that tend to derail such projects.
Conclusion: New Identity of the Millennium City.
The Pachgaon Metro Line is not merely an engineering project, but an assurance of a better life. It connects the divide between the Old Gurgaon and the New Gurgaon and ultimately brings the industrial capability of Manesar into the mainstream social life of the city.One thing is definite as we await final approval by the Union Ministry, the future of Gurgaon is taking off to the tracks.
Frequently Asked Questions:-
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What is the total length and route of the Pachgaon Metro Line?
The Pachgaon Metro Line is a proposed 35.2 km (36 km) fully elevated line. The line will begin from the existing Rapid Metro station at Sector 56 in Gurgaon and will go up to Pachgaon in Manesar. The line will pass through Golf Course Extension Road, Southern Peripheral Road (SPR), Central Peripheral Road (CPR), and various sectors along Dwarka Expressway and Global City.
2. How many stations are proposed for this route?
There will be a total of 28 elevated stations for this route. These stations have been planned in such a way that they will cater to the densely populated residential areas, corporate offices situated on Golf Course Extension Road, and the massive industrial workforce in the IMT Manesar area.
3. Which major transit networks will this line connect to?
The Pachgaon line is planned as a multimodal hub:Sector 56: Interchanges with the existing Gurgaon Rapid Metro. Vatika Chowk: Planned interchange with the proposed Faridabad-Gurgaon Metro line. Kherki Daula & Pachgaon: Will offer interchanges with the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) (Delhi-Gurgaon-Alwar corridor) and the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor.
4.What is the current status of the project approval?
The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has been submitted to the Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) by RITES. As of early 2026, it is under finalization by the Haryana state government. After it is finalized at the state level, it will be submitted to the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for final central clearance.
5. Who is funding the project?
The estimated cost for the project is around ₹8,500 crore. The Haryana government has decided to take the lead in funding the project, and the HSIIDC has already committed ₹1,500 crore as seed money. The funding pattern is based on an 80:20 debt equity ratio, which also includes a 10% grant from the Central Government.
