Mumbai: Metro Line 3 Set To Launch, City Plans Underground Walkways
The first such pedestrian subway is already in the works—a 1 km stretch linking Acharya Atre Chowk Metro station to Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Coastal Road's parking facility.
Mumbai's first fully underground Metro Line, the Aqua Line, is all set for its full launch this August.
Stretching 33.5 km from Aarey to Cuffe Parade, it covers 27 stations and connects key hotspots like Mumbai Central, Churchgate, BKC, and CSMT.
Already, the partial stretch from Aarey to Worli's Acharya Atre Chowk is buzzing with nearly 60,000 daily commuters.
City planners are now dreaming bigger than just underground train rides. In a recent high-level meeting, officials from BMC, MMRCL, MMRDA, and Indian Railways came together to discuss a seamless pedestrian network connected to the metro stations, as per TOI.
Why Is This Important?
Metro Line 3 runs from Aarey to Cuffe Parade, covering 33.5 km and 27 stations, passing through key locations like Mumbai Central, Churchgate, BKC, and CSMT. Currently, about 60,000 people use the partial line daily. With the full corridor opening soon, better connectivity around stations is essential.
The idea is to build underground pedestrian subways within a 500m to 1km radius of stations. These walkways will be equipped with escalators and lifts, ensuring accessibility for everyone.
One of the first proposals is a 1km-long subway from the Acharya Atre Chowk station to Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Coastal Road's parking facility near Haji Ali. A 160-metre arm will also connect to nearby open areas.
Officials have already started mapping out routes, with a Detailed Project Report (DPR) expected in four months.
What Could This Mean for You?
If implemented citywide, this plan could cut down road traffic, make commuting smoother, and encourage walking.
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