Mumbai Metro Line 3 Update: The much-awaited second phase of the Mumbai Metro's Line 3 is likely to be open for public use by next week as the final inspection of this 9.77 km underground stretch is set to begin, as per a report by the Hindustan Times.
The commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) will begin the inspection. The Line 3 or Aqua Line was partially launched on October 7, 2024. At present, the 12.69 km first phase is running between Aarey JVLR and Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). The second phase, which is likely to open next week, will enhance the connectivity from BKC to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli.
The second phase is awaiting security clearance, which is likely to be given with inspection. The third and final stretch of 13 km will further the connectivity from Worli to Cuffe Parade. The final phase is slated for completion by July 2025.
Once completed, the trains on Line 3 will serve 16 underground stations, improving connectivity between Central Mumbai and Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road.
Key Stations on upcoming stretch
Key stations on the second phase stretch of Line 3 are: Dharavi, Sitaladevi, Dadar, Siddhivinayak, Worli, and Acharya Atre Chowk. The stretch is an engineering marvel as the route between Dharavi and BKC crosses beneath the Mithi River
The Report based on sources says that the CMR officials began the inspection on Monday, and if everything goes smoothly, the line could open by the weekend or early next week.
The operationalisation of the second phase will augment connectivity to major business hubs such as MIDC, SEEPZ, BKC, Andheri-Kurla Road, and Worli, apart from residential areas and cultural landmarks, including Hazrat Makhdum Fakih Ali Mahimi’s shrine, St. Michael’s Church in Mahim, Shitaladevi Temple, and the iconic Siddhivinayak Temple.
As far as fare is concerned, the one-way fare between Aarey JVLR and Acharya Atre Chowk has been set at Rs 60.