Mumbai: Mumbai’s Metro-3, also known as the Aqua Line, is set to extend its reach to Worli on April 10, offering relief to commuters battling the summer heat, said reports. Until now, the underground metro line has only been operational up to the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
With the completion of this second phase, the Metro-3 will officially enter the island city, making travel more convenient for Mumbaikars. This phase will connect key locations such as Dharavi and Siddhivinayak Temple, majorly easing congestion and cutting down travel time.
Details On 3 Phases of Mumbai Metro-3
Phase 1: Aarey Colony to Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC)
The first segment of the Aqua Line, covering 12.69 km, was inaugurated for public use on October 7, 2024. This phase includes key stations such as BKC, Bandra Colony, Santacruz, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) T1, Sahar Road, CSMIA T2, Marol Naka, Andheri, SEEPZ and Aarey Colony JVLR, the only at-grade station.
Phase 2: BKC to Worli
The newly completed second phase includes the following stations: Dharavi, Shitaladevi Temple, Dadar, Siddhivinayak Temple, Worli and Acharya Atre Chowk.
Phase 3: Worli to Cuffe Parade
Once completed, the final phase will cover stations such as Nehru Science Centre, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai Central, Grant Road, Girgaon, Kalbadevi, CSMT, Hutatma Chowk, Churchgate, Vidhan Bhavan and Cuffe Parade.
Ticket Fare
The fare for a journey from Aarey Colony (the endpoint of Phase 1) to Acharya Atre Chowk (the final stop of Phase 2) will be Rs 60, according to a News18 report.
Progress On Phase 3
The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) made significant progress towards completing the city’s first underground metro corridor when a trial train successfully reached Cuffe Parade station on February 28. This marks the final stop on the 33.5-km-long Aqua Line.
In a statement, MMRC called this achievement a ‘historic milestone,’ showcasing the readiness of key infrastructure components, including rolling stock, tracks, and civil works.
The arrival of the trial train at Cuffe Parade covered a crucial 10.99 km stretch from Acharya Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade, a major step towards commissioning Phase 2B.
MMRC Managing Director Ashwini Bhide confirmed that train trials for Phase 2A, from Dharavi to Acharya Atre Chowk, are progressing well. Simultaneously, trial runs have begun for the Acharya Atre Chowk–Cuffe Parade segment. She reaffirmed the goal of making the entire line operational by July 2025.
