The Metro Railways (Construction of Works) Act, 1978

The Metro Railways (Construction of Works) Act, 1978 is a law passed by the Indian Parliament to regulate the construction of metro railways in India. The act defines the powers and functions of the central government, the metro railway administration, and the metro railway construction company. It also outlines the rules and regulations for the construction, operation, and maintenance of metro railways, including safety measures, dispute resolution mechanisms, and penalties for non-compliance. The act applies to all metro railways, including those owned and operated by the government, private companies, or public-private partnerships.