AAMAR METRO
KOLKATA
PRESS RELEASE
CLARIFICATION on FOUNDATION DESIGN OF KAVI SUBHASH METRO STATION AND ITS INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
Kolkata, 01.08.2025
It has come to the notice of Metro Railway that certain statements have been made in some sections of the media regarding the foundation design of Kavi Subhash Metro Station, suggesting it to be of shallow or raft foundation type with a depth of 1–3 metres.
Additionally, concerns have been raised about the alleged poor maintenance of Kavi Subhash station infrastructure.
Metro Railway would like to clarify that this information is not correct.
The foundation of Kavi Subhash Metro Station has been constructed using deep pile foundations extending up to 22 metres, arranged in pile groups comprising 2 to 4 piles.
All design decisions are based on detailed geotechnical investigations following established engineering standards to ensure structural integrity and passenger safety.
Furthermore, the maintenance of Metro Railway infrastructure is carried out as per laid down procedures.
Metro Railway appreciates public interest in infrastructure development and welcomes informed deliberations.
