10 August,2023 07:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
File Photo of the Mumbai Metro line construction work
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will be constructing two metro depots in the Thane district, informed the official. The MMRDA has achieved a significant milestone in the expansion of its metro network by obtaining possession of crucial lands for the construction of two vital metro depots.
The newly acquired land will facilitate the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of metro trains.
"For Metro Line 12, which is set to connect Kalyan and Taloja, the government has transferred a total of 47 hectares of land located at Niljepada in Thane district to MMRDA. The Advance possession land was granted to MMRDA, marking a crucial step in the development of this metro route," the press statement from MMRDA reads.
"In addition, advanced possession of 59.65 hectares of land at Dongri Village (Bhayander West) has been received for the development of Metro Route 9 and 7A. This strategic move further enhances the metro network's reach within Thane district, benefiting the citizens with world-class transportation options," added the statement.
Presently, work is going on the construction of seven metro lines - 2B, 4, 4A, 5, 6, 7A, and 9.
"Furthermore, MMRDA is actively working on expanding the metro network, with plans to connect Metro Route 12 (Kalyan-Taloja) to Metro Route 5 (Thane-Bhiwandi-Kalyan), enabling seamless travel between Thane and Navi Mumbai in a matter of minutes. The integration of Navi Mumbai Metro station with Metro Route 12 is being studied, promising enhanced connectivity for the region," the statement added.
"We are grateful for the cooperation of CM Eknath Shinde and DCM Devendra Fadanvis for providing both the lands for the metro projects. At present, all the metro projects are progressing very fast and with the acquisition of these lands, the works will be completed soon. It is very important for the smooth operation, maintenance and repair of trains. Along with this, with the help of the state government, efforts are being made to transfer all the remaining proposed metro depots. We are studying the extension of Metro route 12 and its integration Navi Mumbai Metro station is proposed.", said Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner of MMRDA.
