Chennai Metro’s first driverless train, part of the Rs 63,246 crore Phase II project, is set to arrive at the Poonamallee depot by mid-October.
Manufactured at a cost of Rs 1,125.92 crore, the train was delayed due to component procurement issues. Static testing is underway at the Sri City facility, ensuring all systems are functional before transportation. The train will be tested on the Poonamallee-Porur stretch, with trials expected to begin within five months. It will start operations late next yea