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Mumbai Metro-4 Trial Runs From September, Coastal Route In Works: Thane Awaits Traffic Respite
Authorities have confirmed that trial runs for Mumbai Metro-4 will begin in September, with full operations expected to start by the end of this year Thane is witnessing rapid development with several infrastructure projects taking shape. Among them, the Wadala-Ghatkopar-Kasarvadavali Metro Line 4 is moving forward at a steady pace. Authorities have confirmed that trial runs for the metro will begin in September, with full operations expected to start by the end of this year. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde expressed confidence that the long-awaited metro will finally become a reality for Thane residents. He said the upcoming network, which will connect Wadala, Thane, Mira-Bhayander, and Mumbai, will be complemented by an internal metro route within Thane. This, he assured, will play a major role in reducing the city's chronic traffic congestion. Traffic jams have become a daily frustration for Thane's citizens. Ongoing roadworks, construction activity, and the city's growing population have pushed traffic movement to a crawl in several areas. Commuters often spend long hours in transit, with peak-hour gridlocks affecting both local and intercity travel. Officials believe that once the metro begins operations, the shift from road to rail will ease the pressure on Thane's overburdened streets. In addition to the metro, a new coastal route is also in the works. The proposed road will connect Thane directly to the coastline, running from Saket Creek to Ghodbunder Road via Gaimukh and Fountain. It will link with the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway, creating an alternative corridor for vehicles that currently pass through Thane's crowded streets. According to Shinde, this diversion will help channel non-local traffic away from the city and free up space for local commuters. The combination of the metro network and the coastal route is expected to significantly improve connectivity within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. For Thane, these projects represent not just convenience but also a relief from the constant noise, pollution, and delays caused by the current traffic chaos. With the trial run of the metro now just weeks away, residents are hopeful that years of waiting and enduring road congestion will finally pay off. The success of these projects, however, will depend on timely completion, efficient operation, and proper integration with other modes of transport. As the countdown to the September trial run begins, the city is looking forward to a future where travel is faster, smoother, and far less stressful. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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06-08-2025
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Mumbai Metro Line 6: Lokhandwala-Vikhroli Line Will Put Your East-West Travel In Pink Of Condition
Last Updated: Mumbai Metro Pink Line: What is the route of Lokhandwala to Vikhroli EEH Metro-6 line? What are the stations? Will it be linked to other lines? When will it be ready? Mumbai Metro Line 6: Amid Mumbai's Metro maze, line 6, the connector from Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli (15 km), will play a key role in linking the suburbs to the city. The Rs 6,672-crore pink line is projected to be operational by late 2026. What is the route? What are the stations? Will it be linked to other lines? Mumbai Metro-6 explained. Mumbai Metro-6: What is the route of the pink line? What are the stations? Length: 15.18-15.31 km, fully elevated It will have 13 stations running West-East from Swami Samarth Nagar (Lokhandwala) to Vikhroli (Eastern Express Highway): Swami Samarth Nagar Adarsh Nagar Jogeshwari (West) JVLR Junction Mahakali Caves Vikhroli (EEH) What will be the cost of Mumbai Metro Line 6? Estimated cost: Rs 6,672-6,716 crore. Funding from MMRDA, state government, and international loans (AIIB, ADB) under Maharashtra loan guarantees for mega projects. How far has Mumbai Metro-6 reached? What is the deadline? Expected opening: Civil structures: completed by mid 2025 Full operations: End of 2026 to early 2027 after rolling stock and signalling systems are installed. How many trains will Mumbai Metro-6 have? 108 metro cars for 6-coach trains under CBTC signalling Depot located at Kanjurmarg (15.02 ha) (approvals in process) Projected ridership: 7.69 lakh passengers/day by 2031 What will be the timings and frequency of Mumbai Metro-6? Operating Hours: 6 AM to 10 PM Frequency: Off peak: 8-10 minutes How will Mumbai Metro-6 save officegoers' time? It will cut JVLR commute time by 30–45 minutes compared to road travel Estimated redistribution of 30% of road traffic to metro along JVLR, easing congestion and reducing air pollution. How will Mumbai Metro-6 impact Mumbai and office commute? Will Metro-6 be linked to other lines and public transport? Metro 7 (Red): JVLR Junction Metro 3 (Aqua): SEEPZ Village Metro 4 (Green): Kanjurmarg West Suburban Central Line: Kanjurmarg Interchanges are designed with shared concourse space for seamless transfers. What will be Mumbai Metro-6 tickets be? Will use Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system: smart cards or QR tokens Likely fare structure (consistent with other lines): ₹10 (≤ 2 km), ₹20 (2–5 km), ₹30 (5–12 km), ₹40 (12–18 km), ₹50 (18–24 km) Tips for riders: Use official booths or mobile apps to top up cards Check fare slab before journey Be mindful of last train schedules (10 PM) Use women's coach and keep emergency contacts handy Are there plans to connect Mumbai Metro-6 to other lines in the future? top videos View all Part of a metro network expanding toward Virar, Mira-Bhayandar, Wadala CSMT (Line 11), and Thane Bhiwandi Kalyan (Line 5). MMRDA secured loan guarantees to fund metro projects including Lines 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 to build a 300-km network by 2030. About the Author Manjiri Joshi At the news desk for 17 years, the story of her life has revolved around finding pun, facts while reporting, on radio, heading a daily newspaper desk, teaching mass media students to now editing special copies ...Read More tags : Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd Mumbai metro Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation news18 specials view comments Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: August 06, 2025, 17:04 IST News cities » mumbai-news Mumbai Metro Line 6: Lokhandwala-Vikhroli Line Will Put Your East-West Travel In Pink Of Condition Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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05-08-2025
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Mumbai Metro-5: The Link That Will Connect Thane To Kalyan, Ease Suburban Office Travel To City
Last Updated: Mumbai Metro orange line: What will be the route of Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan Mumbai Metro-5? How much work is done? By when will it be ready? Will it connect to Mumbai Metros? The Mumbai Metro-5, the orange line that will connect Thane, Bhiwandi and Kalyan, will offer much-needed respite to suburban travellers coming to city offices. What will be the route? How much work is done? By when will it be ready? All you need to know about Rs 8,416-crore line. Mumbai Metro-5 will be a 24.90-km elevated line with a 3-km underground segment in Bhiwandi. It will have 15 elevated stops: Kapurbawadi (Thane), Balkum Naka, Kasheli, Kalher, Purna, Anjurphata, Dhamankar Naka, Bhiwandi Station, Gopal Nagar, Temghar, Rajnouli, Gove Gaon, Kon Gaon, Kalyan Station, Kalyan APMC Market Mumbai Metro-5: What is the cost and funding? Mumbai Metro-5: How far has the construction progressed? Phase 1 (Kapurbawadi-Dhamankar Naka, 12.81 km) 99% complete as of June 2025; viaduct, piers, girder works nearly fully done; station structures (spine and wings) at 100% Phase 2 (Bhiwandi to Kalyan, 12 km) On hold; route being revised with underground option due to rehabilitation issues; 80% complete on Phase 1; Phase 2 delayed pending tunnelling approvals Expect full commissioning of Phase 1 by end 2025 and Phase 2 by 2027 or later Mumbai Metro-5: Rolling Stock & Capacity Designed for 6 coach trains carrying about 1,756 passengers/trip Estimated daily ridership: 3.0-3.3 lakh by 2031 Mumbai Metro-5: Timings & Frequency Operating hours likely 6:00 AM–10:00 PM (in line with other Mumbai metro lines) Frequency: How will Mumbai Metro-5 save travel time? Road commute along Ghodbunder Road currently takes 60-80 min; metro will trim it to roughly 20-30 min — a 50–75% reduction. How will Mumbai Metro-5 impact office commute? Will connect underserved corridors: Thane–Bhiwandi–Kalyan, easing suburban rail overload Enhance access for office-goers travelling towards Thane and Mumbai Facilitate transit to logistics and commercial hubs, reduces congestion and pollution Offers predictable, express travel across major suburban zones Ideal for daily corporate commuters across Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan belt Helps reduce delays, road stress, and unpredictability common with vehicular traffic. Will Mumbai Metro-5 be connected to other Metros? Line 4 (Green): Kapurbawadi Junction Line 12 (Orange southern): Kalyan (planned extension toward Taloja) Central Railway: Kalyan Station (Indian Rail) Future extension to Ulhasnagar and Ambernath (Chikhloli Station) in Phase 2, connecting suburbs to metro network. Transfers planned to be seamless with integrated platforms and shared facilities at interchange hubs. Probable fare chart (based on consistent slab pricing): Rs 10 (≤ 2 km), Rs 20 (2–5 km), Rs 30 (5–12 km), Rs 40 (12–18 km), Rs 50 (18–24 km) Buying Reminders: Top up smart cards only at official counters or apps Check trip distance before swiping Be aware of last-train schedules (10 PM) Use women's coach where available; keep emergency contacts handy Will Mumbai Metro-5 be integrated with other public transport? Interlinks with Central Railway at Kalyan Minimal early-stage rail connectivity along the route; future interchange at Anjurphata / Bhiwandi rail hub Bus stands and suburban rail hubs near many stations; multi-modal access envisaged through future infrastructure improvements What future extensions & connections have been planned for Mumbai Metro-5? Phase 2 extensions: Bhiwandi-Kalyan, including an underground segment (underway) Metro Line 12: from Kalyan to Taloja via Dombivli planned as continuous Orange corridor top videos View all Proposed spur to Ulhasnagar / Ambernath (Chikhloli) to serve dense residential zones — DPR phase under preparation. With Agency Inputs About the Author Manjiri Joshi At the news desk for 17 years, the story of her life has revolved around finding pun, facts while reporting, on radio, heading a daily newspaper desk, teaching mass media students to now editing special copies ...Read More tags : Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd Mumbai metro mumbai metro line Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority news18 specials view comments Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: August 05, 2025, 16:55 IST News cities » mumbai-news Mumbai Metro-5: The Link That Will Connect Thane To Kalyan, Ease Suburban Office Travel To City Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
