The Walled City extension (Phase 1B) opened years late in September 2020. Its further extension (Phase 1C) began underground construction only in 2024 and remains unfinished. Phase 2, first proposed for 2021 completion, only got its first civil contract awarded in January 2026 — pushing real completion to around 2028-2031.
On record
The official record states: "Not specified — no single official explanation; delays stemmed from repeated DPR revisions, tendering, and a consultancy JV legal dispute on Phase 2."
Filed as "Under construction / repeatedly delayed for over a decade" and dated to Phase 1B opened Sept 2020; Phase 1C started 2024 (incomplete); Phase 2 first contract awarded Jan 2026, this entry sits under the "Phase 1C ~₹856 crore; Phase 2 (42.8km) ~₹12,260 crore" line of the public accounts.
What to expect
- Escalators whose operational status is a matter of ongoing debate.
- A concourse built for crowds that have not yet arrived.
- Signage for a line that connects, eventually, to somewhere.
- Security screening for a station still finding its feet.
Sourcing
2 public sources — news reports, RTI replies and civic archives — corroborate this entry. The citation trail is listed below for anyone who would like to follow up with the department concerned.
“It has changed contractors more often than seasons.”— Blunderlust Editorial Desk
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaipur_Metro
- https://themetrorailguy.com/2026/01/18/ceigall-sam-jv-wins-jaipur-metro-phase-2s-first-civil-contract-2c-01/
Visitor reviews
“Visited on a whim and stayed for the disbelief. Recommended to anyone collecting evidence of ambitious paperwork.”
“Took a visiting relative here instead of the usual sights. The tea stall opposite does better business than the project ever did.”
“Came for the metro station and stayed for the commitment to the bit. Asked three officials about it and got three different answers.”
