Metro Rail’s Phase II stations plagued by minor leakages
Less than a week after its inauguration, the Chennai Metro Phase II stretch is experiencing minor water leakages in several stations during rainfall. Authorities have placed buckets and warning signs, drawing criticism regarding the quality of infrastructure for such a high-cost project.
Why it matters
Infrastructure failures in newly launched public transport projects raise concerns about construction quality and the accountability of public spending.
Metro Rail’s Phase II stations plagued by minor leakages Track tales left Leakages have been reported near the staircase, walkalator, and ticketing areas. B. JOTHI RAMALINGAM The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/pgzoee/article71589237.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/DSC_6400.JPG JOTHI RAMALINGAM B Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 11/10/2026 : YELLOW LINE OPENS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay inaugurated the Chennai Metro Phase II stretch on Sunday, Chennai Metro Rail’s passenger services runs with packed coaches now. Many take joy ride with their families on the first day of services from Poonamallee to Vadapalani, seen on overcrowding in the coaches at Vadapalani Metro Station. Photo : B. Jothi Ramalingam / The Hindu. Wednesday’s showers expose leaks in stations such as Poonamallee, Vadapalani, Iyyapanthangal, and Porur, less than a week since launch.
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