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News18
21-05-2025
- News18
Mumbai Mira-Bhayander Metro 9: CSMIA, Bandra To Dahisar, Thane, The Double-Decker Line Connects All
Last Updated: Mumbai Metro Line 9: From connectivity to key areas across the length and breadth of the city to the unique infrastructure, Mumbai Metro-9 stands out for a number of reasons Mumbai Metro Line 9 Trial Run: After a long wait, Thane district, on the outskirts of Mumbai, is set to get its first Metro, that too, a double-decker one. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on May 15 flagged off the trial run of the Phase-1 of the Metro Line-9 between Dahisar (East) and Kashigaon in Thane district. From its connectivity to the intricate maze of Mumbai to the unique infrastructure, Mumbai Metro-9 stands out for a number of reasons. MUMBAI METRO-9 It is an extension of Line 7 from Andheri to CSMIA and Dahisar to Mira Bhayander and is 13.581 km long (11.386 km elevated and 2.195km underground) with 10 stations. It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Western Express Highway, Western Railway, ongoing Metro Line 2A (Dahisar to D N Nagar) and Metro Line 7(Andheri (E) to Dahisar (E)). Metro Line-9 is part of Mumbai's pioneering double-decker infrastructure project, where both Metro and vehicular flyovers share a common viaduct. THE CONNECTIVITY HOW IT WILL HELP The Kashigaon-Dahisar metro line will give Thane commuters an easy and smooth commute alternative to overcrowded local trains and the infamous Mumbai traffic, especially during peak hours. The implementation of this corridor is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion, especially near Dahisar Toll Naka Lower vehicular emissions and promote eco-friendly commuting Introduce energy-efficient systems like regenerative braking Employ green construction practices with reduced environmental impact. Progress in Motion: Trial Run of Mumbai Metro Line 9!Flagged off the 'Trial run of Phase-1 of Mumbai Metro Route-9, from Kashigaon to Dahisar (East)' of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority at Mira Bhayandar, Thane. The section of Metro Line 9 from Kashigaon to… — Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) May 14, 2025 WHAT THE CM SAID 'This stretch offers seamless connectivity along the Western Express Highway and will act as a major decongestion solution. For the first time in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, a double-decker bridge has been built in this section, where both the flyover and the metro line will be seen on the parallel structure," said CM Devendra Fadnavis during the test run last week. 'The section of Metro Line 9 from Kashigaon to Dahisar (East) will be opened to the public after the technical testing is completed. The metro is a very good option for reducing traffic on the Western Express Highway and making travel easier for Mumbaikars. We are planning to provide smooth and direct connectivity from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Ground to Bandra along the Western Express Highway, and work is underway in different phases to achieve this," he said. 'Soon, people will be able to travel by metro all the way to Virar. As more metro lines get connected, passengers will get a complete end-to-end travel solution. Planning is also underway to connect the metro with the bullet train station that is being developed at Vadhavan," the CM said. First Published:
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
Mumbai metro line-9 trial runs begin from Kashigaon to Dahisar East
MUMBAI: A major leap for Mira-Bhayandar residents as Metro Line-9 begins its regular trial runs from Kashigaon to Dahisar East. Officials on Tuesday said this is a lifeline that connects you directly to key parts of Mumbai like CSMIA Airport, Andheri, Ghatkopar, and beyond through seamless interchanges. After years of waiting, this marks a turning point in for Mira-Bhayandarkars. The new Metro line is expected to transform daily commute for Mira-Bhayandar residents, offering direct connectivity to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport via Lines 7, 7A, Andheri (West) via Line 2B, Ghatkopar via Lines 7 and 1, and Link Road through Metro Line-2A at Dahisar (East). The line will be expanded to include Thane via Line-10 at Miragaon and Vasai-Virar via Line-13. The project is expected to alleviate traffic congestion, particularly near the Dahisar Toll Naka, reduce vehicular emissions through eco-friendly commuting, and introduce energy-efficient systems like regenerative braking, said MMRDA . This stretch offers seamless connectivity along the Western Express Highway and will act as a major decongestion solution. It is the first time in the MMR that a double-decker structure combining a metro and a flyover has been constructed
News18
19-05-2025
- News18
Metro Line 9 Set to Transform Travel From Mira-Bhayandar To Key Mumbai Hubs
Last Updated: The double-decker metro, flagged off last week, will connect Mira-Bhayander to Mumbai's western and eastern suburbs as well as the international airport in Mumbai. Maharashtra's Thane district will soon get its first metro as the trial run of Phase-1 of Metro Line-9 between Dahisar (East) to Kashigaon was flagged off by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis last week. This double-decker metro will connect Mira-Bhayander to Mumbai's western and eastern suburbs as well as the international airport in Mumbai, according to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). MMRDA Chairman and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar were also present during the trial run of the metro. The project is in its final testing phase and will be open to the public soon. How This Metro Will Revolutionise Travel? The new metro line is expected to transform daily commute for Mira-Bhayandar residents, offering direct connectivity to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport via Lines 7, 7A, Andheri (West) via Line 2B, Ghatkopar via Lines 7 and 1, and Link Road through Metro Line-2A at Dahisar (East). The line will be expanded to include Thane via Line-10 at Miragaon and Vasai-Virar via Line-13. The project is expected to alleviate traffic congestion, particularly near the Dahisar Toll Naka, reduce vehicular emissions through eco-friendly commuting, and introduce energy-efficient systems like regenerative braking, said MMRDA. 'This stretch offers seamless connectivity along the Western Express Highway and will act as a major decongestion solution. It is the first time in the MMR that a double-decker structure combining a metro and a flyover has been constructed," said CM Fadnavis during the test run last week. 'Under the MMRDA's leadership, we are working towards a 337 km-long metro network for Mumbai. Our goal is to commission 50-60 km of metro each year, thereby offering complete last-mile and end-to-end connectivity. This will bring down the number of vehicles on roads and reduce pollution levels significantly," he added. A bullet train station project is also in the works in Maharashtra's Palghar district, as efforts are underway to integrate it with the state's transport system. First Published: May 19, 2025, 11:36 IST
Hans India
14-05-2025
- Hans India
Maha: Thane gets first metro, trial run for Metro Line 9 phase I commences
Mumbai: The trial run of Phase-1 of Metro Line-9 commenced on Wednesday, marking the first-ever metro line in Thane district. It was flagged off by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister & Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) Chairman Eknath Shinde, and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. A technical inspection was also carried out in their presence. Metro Line-9 is part of Mumbai's pioneering double-decker infrastructure project, where both metro and vehicular flyovers share a common viaduct. Phase 1 spans 4.4 km from Dahisar (East) to Kashigaon, with stations at Dahisar (East), Pandurangwadi, Miragaon, and Kashigaon. According to MMRDA, the Metro Line-9 will transform travel for Mira-Bhayandar residents by connecting directly to CSMIA Airport via Lines 7, 7A, and Andheri (West) via Line 2B, Ghatkopar via Lines 7 and 1, Link Road through Metro Line-2A at Dahisar (East), Thane via Line-10 at Miragaon ( in Future) and Vasai-Virar via the upcoming Line-13. 'The implementation of this corridor is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion, especially near Dahisar Toll Naka, lower vehicular emissions and promote eco-friendly commuting, introduce energy-efficient systems like regenerative braking and employ green construction practices with reduced environmental impact,' said the MMRDA in a release. Chief Minister Fadnavis said: 'Technical testing for this phase has begun. This stretch offers seamless connectivity along the Western Express Highway and will act as a major decongestion solution. It is the first time in the MMR that a double-decker structure combining a metro and a flyover has been constructed. Mira-Bhayandar will immensely benefit from this integration, and we are committed to completing 50 km of metro this year, followed by 62 km next year and 60 km in the year after. By 2027, metro travel will expand considerably, alleviating the load on our arterial roads.' In his speech, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said: 'The proposed extension up to Virar will ensure connectivity across Thane, Palghar, and Raigad districts. Under MMRDA's leadership, we are working towards a 337 km-long metro network for Mumbai. Our goal is to commission 50–60 km of metro each year, thereby offering complete last-mile and end-to-end connectivity. This will bring down the number of vehicles on the roads and reduce pollution levels significantly.' Further, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar said: 'Metro Line-9 is a testimony to our commitment to fast-tracking infrastructure projects that benefit the common man. With reduced travel times and enhanced intermodal connectivity, this corridor will improve the ease of commuting and contribute positively to the regional economy.' MMRDA Commissioner Sanjay Mukherjee asserted that Metro Line-9 is a strategic connector that integrates Mira-Bhayandar with the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region. 'With seamless interchanges to key metro lines including Line-2A, Line-7, Line-1, and the upcoming Lines 10 and 13, this corridor creates a continuous, end-to-end travel experience from Mira-Bhayandar to Andheri, Ghatkopar, Thane, and even Vasai-Virar. It exemplifies our vision of 'Mumbai in Minutes'—where time, distance, and congestion no longer constrain opportunity, mobility, or growth,' he remarked.
