Mumbai Underground Metro: Mumbai’s First Underground Metro to Start Operations on July 24
Mumbai is all set to witness a significant milestone in its transportation infrastructure with the launch of its first underground metro. The highly anticipated Mumbai Underground Metro, specifically the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ Metro 3 line, will commence operations on July 24.
Mumbai Underground Metro Start Date
The Mumbai Underground Metro will officially start on July 24, 2024. This date marks the opening of the Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ underground metro line to the public, a development that promises to enhance the daily commute for Mumbaikars.
Route and Stations
The Metro 3 line, spanning 33.5 km, has faced multiple delays since its inception in 2016. Originally expected to be completed by 2021, the project was hindered by various technical difficulties, disputes over the Aarey Carshed, and rehabilitation issues. Despite these setbacks, the first phase is finally set to open, running from Aarey to Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
Key Stations on the Mumbai Underground Metro Line:
- Cuffe Parade
- Vidhan Bhavan
- Churchgate
- Hutatma Chowk
- CST Metro
- Kalbadevi
- Girgaon
- Grant Road
- Mumbai Central Metro
- Mahalakshmi
- Science Museum
- Acharya Atre Chowk
- Worli
- Siddhivinayak
- Dadar
- Sitaladevi
- Dharavi
- BKC
- Vidyanagari
- Santacruz
- Domestic Airport
- Sahar Road
- International Airport
- Marol Naka
- MIDC
- SEEPZ
- Aarey Depot
🚨 Mumbai’s first underground metro line, Metro-3 (Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ) phase 1 is set to begin operations on July 24. pic.twitter.com/fs59irbwvW
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Operating Schedule and Features
The Mumbai Underground Metro will operate daily from 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Trains will run at a speed of 90 km per hour, ensuring a fast and efficient commute with trains available every few minutes. The BKC station is particularly notable, being the largest in India and among the longest in the world. According to Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Executive Director Suyash Trivedi, two trains will be able to pass through the tunnel simultaneously, and commuters at BKC will not need to cross roads to access the station, significantly enhancing convenience.
Benefits for Mumbaikars
The launch of the Mumbai Underground Metro is set to bring substantial relief to Mumbaikars, particularly in terms of reducing traffic congestion. Commuters can look forward to a faster, more comfortable travel experience.
The commencement of the Mumbai Underground Metro is a major step towards modernizing the city’s transport infrastructure, promising to make daily commutes smoother and more efficient for millions of Mumbaikars.
