People of Mumbai can soon get another big gift of Metro. Work on the Dahisar to Mira-Bhayandar Metro-9 corridor is almost complete, and its first service is expected to commence by the end of this year. Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) plans to implement the project in a phased manner.
Metro-9: First service from Dahisar to Kashigaon
- First phase of Metro-9 Dahisar (East) to Kashigaon Metro Station Will start till.
- On this 10.41 kilometer long route 8 stations Will be.
- This route is completely elevated Which will ensure fast and smooth travel for the passengers.
Project history and progress
- Tender issued: The tender for this project was issued in 2019.
- Starting Plan: It was planned to be launched by 2022, but it was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other reasons.
- present situation: Till now Metro-9 92% work has been completed.
- Completion date: The entire project is likely to be commissioned by the end of 2025.
Key features of Metro-9
- Connectivity:
- Metro-9, Dahisar (East) to Andheri (East) Metro-7 corridor between and Dahisar (East) to Andheri (West) Will be connected to Metro-2A corridor.
- It will also be directly connected to the Western Expressway and Western Railway.
- Depot Preparation:
- for metro-9 Charkop Depot Will be used.
- Maintenance of coaches of Metro-7 and Metro-2A will be done at Charkop depot.
- Passenger Benefits:
- Metro service between Dahisar to Mira-Bhayandar will reduce travel time.
- The metro route will connect to the Western Expressway and Western Railways, providing different transportation options to the passengers.
Expectation of reduction in crowd of Virar local train
- currently, virar local train But crowding is a big problem.
- metro-9 With the operation of Metro, a large part of the passengers traveling between Dahisar and Bhayandar can shift to Metro.
- This will help in controlling the crowd in local trains.
Importance of Metro-9 for Mumbaikars
- This new metro line reduction in travel time will bring and comfortable travel experience Will make.
- Metro-9, DN Nagar, Andheri (East) And by connecting Dahisar, it will create a strong transport network.
- This line will not only save time and effort of passengers, but will also reduce the pressure on Mumbai’s busy local train network.
