India, Oct. 16 -- The Gurugram Metro, which will connect Millennium City Centre to Cyber Hub, is being designed for a top speed of 90 kmph and a high-frequency service, with trains available every five minutes during peak hours, according to the Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL).

Initially, the metro will operate three-coach trains, each with a capacity of 975 passengers. As ridership grows, these will be upgraded to six-coach trains capable of carrying up to 2,004 passengers, the project document stated. The entire system infrastructure, including platforms, signalling, depot, and power supply, is being designed to accommodate this future expansion.

A senior GMRL official said the metro coaches will be made of stainless steel and meas...