Larsen & Toubro (L&T) said that the company's heavy civil infrastructure vertical has secured a 'significant' order from Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRCL) for the design and construction of Agra Metro Phase 1, Line-2.

The stretch will run from Agra Cantonment to Kalindi Vihar.

The scope of works involves design and construction of a vital 15.09 km elevated viaduct, 14 stations and 2.61 km depot connecting the metro line from Sadar Bazar to PAC Depot.

Architectural finishes for the stations, as well as electrical & mechanical works are also in scope.

The project, which will mark a key milestone in enhancing urban mobility in Agra, is to be completed within a stringent timeline of 30 months.

S V Desai, whole-time director & sr executive vice-president (Infrastructure), L&T, said: "L&T remains at the forefront of urban infrastructure development and contributing to the modernisation of India's metro networks in line with its strategic goals. This project will leverage L&Ts extensive expertise in engineering and high-quality execution.