Archive · 27 Jul 2025
Odisha's Metro Project Cancellation Sparks Political Controversy
The Odisha government has stopped the plan to build a metro in Bhubaneswar, which is causing disagreements.
The previous leader, Naveen Patnaik, is upset and believes this will delay the city's progress by 10 years.
The new government wants to make some changes and have the central government help pay for the project.
The goal was to link the airport with Trisulia Square, improving how people move around the city.
Naveen Patnaik criticizes the Odisha government's cancellation of the Bhubaneswar Metro project.
Patnaik stated the project's cancellation will set back Bhubaneswar's urban development by a decade.
The BJP-led government canceled the Metro rail contract with DMRC.
The original project aimed to link Biju Patnaik International Airport to Trisulia Square.
The current Housing and Urban Development Minister plans a revised, jointly-funded metro project.
- Who
- Odisha government, Naveen Patnaik, DMRC, Housing and Urban Development Minister
- What
- The Odisha government canceled the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project.
- When
- The cancellation happened recently.
- Where
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Why
- The reason for the cancellation is not explicitly stated, but the current government plans a revised project with central assistance.
Former BJD Government
Current BJP Government
Project's Impact
Former BJD Government
The project would have significantly improved Bhubaneswar's transport and development.
Current BJP Government
The current BJP government views the project as not feasible under the original plan.
Betrayal/Feasibility
Former BJD Government
The cancellation of the project is a disservice to the citizens of Odisha.
Current BJP Government
The BJP-led government intends to execute the project with Central help
- Project
- Bhubaneswar Metro Rail
- Decision
- Cancellation
- Former CM
- Naveen Patnaik
- Planned Route
- Biju Patnaik International Airport to Trisulia
- Current Minister
- Krushna Chandra Mahapatra
- Original Funding
- Fully state-funded
- Revised Funding
- Joint venture with Centre
Sources
Bhubaneswar Metro Contracts Scrapped Over Delays
BJD leader Patnaik terms Odisha BJP govt’s decision to cancel Bhubaneswar Metro project ‘shocking’
Bhubaneswar metro rail project shelved, Opposition slams BJP - Telegraph India
BJD chief Patnaik terms Odisha govt’s decision to cancel Bhubaneswar Metro project ‘shocking’
