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Time of India
20-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Maha Mumbai Metro achieves record daily ridership of 2.94 lakh
Mumbai: The Maha Mumbai Metro achieved its highest-ever daily ridership on June 18, 2025, with 2,94,681 commuters using the city's Metro Lines 2A and 7. This development marked a new milestone in Mumbai's urban transit journey. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Officials from the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (MMMOCL) said, "The record numbers are attributed to the growing trust of Mumbaikars, seamless operations, and the widespread adoption of its digital ticketing system." The official further stated that over 65% of the tickets on that day were booked via the WhatsApp-based ticketing platform, reflecting the success of its technology-driven commuter services. "This achievement is a reflection of Mumbaikars' continued confidence in the metro network and the relentless commitment of our staff. We are grateful for the support and enthusiasm shown by our commuters," said a senior MMMOCL official. This surpasses the previous ridership high of over 2.92 lakh recorded on October 8, 2024, the day Mumbai received its new metro connection between Aarey Colony and Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Earlier, on June 6, 2024, the network recorded a ridership of 2,60,471 in a single day. Metro Lines 2A and 7, operated by MMMOCL, have become vital cogs in Mumbai's suburban transport ecosystem. The 18.6-km-long Metro Line 2A connects Dahisar to D N Nagar via 17 stations, linking with Metro Lines 1, 2B, and 6. Meanwhile, the 16.5-km-long Metro Line 7 runs from Dahisar East to Andheri East, significantly decongesting the Western Express Highway and integrating with key metro corridors across the city.
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:
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
BKC-Worli stretch of Mumbai Metro 3 becomes operational; has tunnel built under Mithi river
Mumbai, Services of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 from Bandra-Kurla Complex to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli became operational on Saturday. Earlier, Mumbai Metro Line 3, also known as Aqua Line, was only operational in the suburban stretch between Aarey JVLR and BKC, which was thrown open last year. Operator Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation said 26,758 commuters travelled between Aarey JVLR and Acharya Atrey Chowk till 8 pm. 'This is significant considering that Saturdays generally witness lower ridership compared to working weekdays,' said MMRC. The ridership between Aarey JVLR and BKC stood at 15,911 and 12,766 on May 3 and April 26, respectively, it said. In the metropolis, Mumbai Metro Line-1 , Metro Line 2A and Metro Line 7 are operational in suburban areas. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday flagged off the Aqua Line's phase 2A stretch between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk and announced that the final phase of the Metro Line 3 between Worli and Cuffe Parade in south Mumbai will become operational in August. With this development, 20 km of the 33.35-km Metro 3 has become operational. A spokesperson of MMRC said the operations began at 6.30 am, and the first train departed from Worli Naka station, while another train departed from JVLR Aarey at the same time. He said the services will be operational from 6.30 am to 10.30 pm, except on Sunday, when trains will run from 8.30 am to 10.30 pm. One of the passengers who travelled in the morning from Shitaladevi station to Siddhivinayak Temple station posted on social media that there were hardly any commuters, as most people were unaware of the extended operations. Phase 2A is 9.77 km long and comprises a tunnel built through the 'rockbed' underneath the Mithi River, officials said. It has six stations, including Dharavi, Shitaladevi, Dadar West, Siddhivinayak, Worli, and Acharya Atre Chowk. The underground corridor will provide metro connectivity to offices in the Worli, Lower Parel, and Prabhadevi areas from BKC, the biggest business hub in the city. It will also ease the commute to Siddhivinayak and Shitaladevi temples, Mahim Dargah, and recreational places such as Shivaji Park and Ravindra Natya Mandir. As per the MMRC, the minimum fare will be ₹10, and the maximum fare will be ₹40 for the journey in phase 2A of the underground corridor. For the travel between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk, passengers will have to shell out ₹60. MMRC has planned 244 services on the corridor with eight Metro trains, and the travel time between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 15-20 minutes, while that between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 36 minutes. The headway between two trains will be 6 minutes and 20 seconds.
Deccan Herald
10-05-2025
- General
- Deccan Herald
Mumbai Metro 3 services from BKC to Worli begin
Mumbai Metro line-1 (Ghatkopar-Andheri-Versova), Metro Line 2A (Dahisar East-Andheri West ) and Metro Line 7 (Andheri East-Dahisar East) are operational in suburban areas.
The Hindu
10-05-2025
- The Hindu
Mumbai Metro 3 services from BKC to Worli begin
Services of the Mumbai Metro Line 3 from Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli became operational on Saturday (May 10, 2025). Earlier, Mumbai Metro Line 3, also known as Aqua Line, was only operational in the suburban stretch between JVLR Aarey and BKC, which was thrown open last year. Mumbai Metro line-1 (Ghatkopar-Andheri-Versova), Metro Line 2A (Dahisar East-Andheri West ) and Metro Line 7 (Andheri East-Dahisar East) are operational in suburban areas. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday (May 9, 2025) flagged off the phase 2A stretch between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli and announced that the final phase of the Metro Line 3 between Worli and Cuffe Parade in south Mumbai will become operational in August. A spokesperson of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRC) said the operations began at 6.30 a.m., and the first train departed from Worli Naka station, while another train departed from JVLR Aarey at the same time. He said the services will be operational from 6.30 am to 10.30 pm, except on Sunday, when trains will run from 8.30 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. One of the passengers who travelled in the morning from Shitaladevi station to Siddhivinayak Temple station posted on social media that there were hardly any commuters, as most people were unaware of extended operations. Phase 2A is 9.77 km long, and its tunnel has been built through the 'rockbed' underneath the Mithi River, officials said. It has six stations, including Dharavi, Shitaladevi, Dadar West, Siddhivinayak, Worli, and Acharya Atre Chowk. The underground corridor will provide metro connectivity to offices in the Worli, Lower Parel, and Prabhadevi areas from BKC, the biggest business hub in the city. It will also ease the commute to Siddhivinayak and Shitaladevi temples, Mahim Dargah, and recreational places such as Shivaji Park and Ravindra Natya Mandir. As per the MMRC, the minimum fare will be ₹10, and the maximum fare will be ₹40 for the journey in phase 2A of the underground corridor. For the travel between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk, passengers will have to shell out ₹60. MMRC has planned 244 services on the corridor with eight Metro trains, and the travel time between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 15-20 minutes, while that between JVRL Aarey and Acharya Atre Chowk will be 36 minutes. The headway between two trains will be 6 minutes and 20 seconds.
