Advertisement
When should a housing society in Mumbai start considering re...
From GST on JDAs to SEBI’s REIT reclassification and the S...
Stay ahead in the world of real estate with our daily podcas...
Stay ahead in the world of real estate with our daily podcas...
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is exploring an alternative alignment for the Metro 9 corridor between Bhayandar and Uttan to save approximately INR 500 crore. The current plan involves a route passing through three villages, necessitating extensive land acquisition and rehabilitation. The alternative route, primarily through salt pan and marshy lands, would affect fewer families, reduce station numbers, and significantly cut costs. While most construction work for the corridor is nearing completion, partial operations from Dahisar to Kashi Gaon are expected to begin soon after obtaining safety certifications.
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is contemplating a new alignment for the Metro 9 corridor, connecting Bhayandar and Uttan, to achieve cost savings of around INR 500 crore. According to sources, the revised plan aims to bypass three villages previously affected by the 5.5-kilometre extension, reducing land acquisition and rehabilitation expenses. Advertisement
Initially, the Metro 9 line was to run from Dahisar to Subhash Chandra Ground in Bhayandar, with a car depot planned near Rai, Murdha, and Morva. Opposition from villagers led to an extension to Uttan, with a 59.65-hectare hillock identified for the depot. The original route, running through Rai, Murdha, and Morva, required significant construction and rehabilitation, potentially displacing 900 families and costing INR 300 crore for land acquisition and INR 270 crore for resettlement.
The proposed alternative would traverse salt pans and marshy lands, sparing the villages and impacting only 200 families. This revised route would also include just one metro station instead of two, providing convenient access to the three villages. Constructing a metro station costs approximately INR 80 crore, making this plan more economical overall.
MMRDA has already secured over 50 hectares of government land for the depot, with acquisition of the remaining private land in progress. The Metro 9 corridor is scheduled for completion by mid-2025, with nearly 87% of the work already finished. MMRDA officials revealed that procurement of equipment for rakes, overhead systems, tracks, and signalling is underway. Partial operations from Dahisar to Kashi Gaon will begin following the completion of construction and safety certification, expected within two months.
The proposed realignment for Metro 9 underscores MMRDA's commitment to delivering cost-effective infrastructure solutions while minimising displacement. With the majority of construction already completed and partial operations set to commence soon, Metro 9 promises to enhance connectivity for Mumbai's suburban residents, offering a sustainable alternative for urban transit.
5th Jun, 2025
25th May, 2023
11th May, 2023
27th Apr, 2023
Advertisement
Facebook
Whatsapp
