Delhi Government Approves Major Metro Expansion Project
Expansion of Metro Rail Network in Delhi
The Delhi government has granted approval for a significant expansion of the metro rail network on Saturday. This expansion will introduce seven new corridors in Phase V, covering a total distance of 97 kilometers. Plans are in place to establish 65 metro stations along these corridors. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the estimated cost for this project is ₹48,204.56 crores, aimed at enhancing connectivity to the outer and emerging areas of the capital. Officials indicated that four of the seven corridors have been prioritized for rapid development. The government aims to complete these priority corridors by 2029.
Detailed Project Report Submitted to Central Government
According to a report, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the entire initiative has already been prepared and submitted to the central government, awaiting cabinet approval. Following an extensive meeting between the Chief Minister and DMRC earlier this week, the Delhi government approved the project. Before construction can commence, both the central and Delhi governments must also provide financial clearance.
Approved Corridors Under Delhi Metro Expansion
- Dhansa Bus Stand to Nangloi Corridor
- Central Secretariat to Kishangarh Corridor
- Samaypur Badli to Narela Corridor
- Kirti Nagar to Palam Corridor
- Jor Bagh to Mithapur Corridor
- Shastri Park to Mayur Vihar Phase 2 Corridor
- Keshav Puram to Rohini Sector 34 Corridor
Details of Each Corridor
Dhansa Bus Stand to Nangloi Corridor
This corridor will span 11.86 kilometers and include 9 stations, designed entirely as an elevated corridor.
Central Secretariat to Kishangarh Corridor
Measuring 15.97 kilometers, this corridor will feature 10 stations, with 90% of its length being underground.
Samaypur Badli to Narela Corridor
This corridor will be 12.89 kilometers long and will have 8 stations, also constructed as an elevated corridor.
Kirti Nagar to Palam Corridor
Spanning 9.96 kilometers, this corridor will consist of 6 stations and will be built both above and below ground.
Jor Bagh to Mithapur Corridor
This corridor will extend 16.99 kilometers and will include 12 stations, featuring both elevated and underground sections.
Shastri Park to Mayur Vihar Phase 2 Corridor
With a length of 13.2 kilometers, this corridor will propose 8 stations and will also be a mix of elevated and underground construction.
Keshav Puram to Rohini Sector 34 Corridor
This corridor will measure 16.29 kilometers and will plan for 12 stations, designed entirely as an elevated corridor.