The eagerly anticipated Metro 3 corridor in Mumbai is set to commence partial commercial operations between BKC and Aarey, with the inaugural run expected in early October, according to a senior official from Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL), according to media reports.
This milestone marks a significant advancement in the city’s public transport infrastructure, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi slated to attend the flag-off ceremony, coinciding with other key infrastructure project inaugurations.
Final Preparations Underway
While some minor works, including automation and system integration, remain to be completed within the next four to five days, the MMRCL has made significant progress. The corporation has applied to the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) for the approval of its rolling stock, with the application currently under review by the Railway Board. Following this, the MMRCL will seek the mainline CMRS approval, which is essential for the commercial operations between BKC and Aarey.
The Metro 3 corridor will be Mumbai’s first underground metro line, featuring twin tunnels that extend 33.5 kilometers. The corridor will include ten stations along a 12.5-kilometer stretch, all set to open to the public in early October, promising to transform the city’s commuting experience.