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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
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Big relief for Mumbai commuters as phase-1 of Metro route-9 (Kashigaon-Dahisar) kicks off with trial run
Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis with Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde flags off the trial run and technical inspection of Phase-1 of Mumbai Metro Route-9, connecting Kashigaon to Dahisar (East), Maharashtra. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that no one can halt the development momentum of the state, asserting that the Mahayuti government is working at full speed across sectors. Speaking to reporters at Kashigaon—around 20km from Thane—Fadnavis said the Kashigaon-Dahisar metro line , part of the larger Mumbai Metro expansion, is in its final stages of technical testing and will soon be operational. — CMOMaharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) The line, once opened, is expected to significantly ease congestion on the Western Express Highway and bring much-needed relief to daily commuters. Responding to questions about the ruling coalition, Fadnavis said, 'All three parties are together and we are running the state's development express in a speedy manner. No one can put a speed-breaker in it. If they (opposition) want to give a booster, it is a different thing. There is no room for a speed-breaker here.' Credit: X Calling the metro system the 'best medium' for urban transport, he said the upcoming launch of this phase will add to the metro lines already connecting parts of Mumbai like Andheri. The objective is to create 'seamless connectivity' along the Western Express Highway, from NS Bose Maidan to Bandra, with phased development currently underway. Highlighting a major feature of the project, the CM said, 'The good thing about this project is that for the first time in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), a double-decker bridge is being built. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] - 2025 Top Trending Search - Local network access Esseps Learn More Undo This innovative design will help decongest critical stretches such as Mira Bhayandar.' He further announced future plans, including metro connectivity extending up to Virar, and emphasised the need for better integration across metro lines to provide end-to-end commuting solutions. Commending the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) for its role in driving the project, Fadnavis said the government is now aiming to accelerate the pace of construction. 'Henceforth, we will work with extra speed. This year, 50 kilometres and next year, 62 kilometres—we have decided to carry out works in such phases,' he added. Fadnavis reiterated the government's commitment to completing the metro network that began in 2015. 'The major network which we started will be completed by the end of 2027. This is our aim, due to which people in Mumbai and the MMR will be most benefited for travel,' he said. He also confirmed that a bullet train station is coming up near Vadhvan in Palghar, and integration planning for that is in progress. Deputy chief ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, along with Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, were present at the event.
