Althan Tenement Metro Station
अल्ठान टेनामेंट / અલ્થાન ટેનામેન્ટ
Althan Tenement station is the northern endpoint of Surat Metro's first trial run section - the 8.5 km "Diamond Corridor" that began testing on 29 March 2026. Seven completed stations between here and Dream City made this the first operational stretch of the Surat Metro. SVNIT (NIT Surat), one of Gujarat's top engineering colleges, is within walking distance.
Area Guide
The Althan Tenement area is a residential zone anchored by the SVNIT (Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology) campus. Student life drives the local economy - cafeterias, stationery shops, and PG accommodations line the approach roads. Bhimrad Canal passes nearby, and the area has seen rapid apartment development over the past five years.
Nearby Landmarks
Althan Tenement Area
3-5 min walk
SVNIT (NIT Surat)
5-7 min walk
Bhimrad Canal
7-10 min walk
Station Amenities
Getting Here
Parking
Surface parking lot for two and four-wheelers, bicycle racks near SVNIT gate
Bus & Auto
- City buses to VIP Road and Vesu
- Auto-rickshaws to SVNIT and Dumas Road
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Althan Tenement chosen for the trial run?
Althan Tenement to Dream City is the 8.5 km elevated "Diamond Corridor" on the Red Line - the first section with completed stations and track. Seven stations on this stretch were ready for testing when trial runs began on 29 March 2026. The section connects to the Surat Diamond Bourse at Dream City.
How far is SVNIT from Althan Tenement station?
SVNIT (NIT Surat) main gate is approximately 600 meters from the station - about a 7-minute walk. The institute is one of Gujarat's premier engineering colleges with around 5,000 students, many of whom will use this station for daily commute.
Is Althan Tenement on the Diamond Corridor?
Yes. Althan Tenement is the northern terminus of the Diamond Corridor trial run section. The corridor runs 8.5 km south through VIP Road, Woman ITI, Bhimrad, Convention Centre, to Dream City. This was the first section to see trains on tracks.