PM Modi inaugurates Chennai Metro Phase 2: Know Yellow Line stations, timings and other key details

What happened: PM Modi flagged off the 15-km Vadapalani-Poonamallee Metro stretch in Chennai, part of Corridor 4 of Chennai Metro Phase 2, and rode the metro with Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay. Key numbers: 15 km stretch, built at around ₹4,900 crore. Services began 4 pm Sunday until 9 pm; from October 12, 7 am to 9 pm. Last train departs 9 pm from both terminals. Why it matters: The stretch is expected to ease daily commutes and reduce travel time between Chennai's western suburbs and the city centre. Advanced signalling is designed to enable driverless train operations. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

PM Modi flagged off the 15-km Vadapalani-Poonamallee Metro stretch in Chennai, part of Corridor 4 of Chennai Metro Phase 2, and rode the metro with Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay.

The stretch is expected to ease daily commutes and reduce travel time between Chennai's western suburbs and the city centre. Advanced signalling is designed to enable driverless train operations.