NewKerala.com

Delhi Metro's Magenta Line to Become Longest Corridor with 21 Interchanges

The Magenta Line is set to become the Delhi Metro's longest corridor at approximately 89 kilometers upon completion of its extensions. It will feature a record 21 interchange stations, including four triple interchanges, to significantly enhance cross-city connectivity. The line will have 65 stations, with 40 being underground, and will operate entirely as a driverless corridor. It also hosts engineering landmarks like the highest elevated station at Haiderpur Badli Mor and the deepest at Hauz Khas.

Key Points: Delhi Metro Magenta Line: Longest Corridor, 21 Interchanges

  • 89-km longest Delhi Metro corridor
  • 21 interchange stations for seamless travel
  • 40 underground stations out of 65 total
  • Driverless operation once fully complete
2 min read

Delhi: Magenta Line to become longest Delhi Metro corridor with maximum interchanges and underground stations

Delhi Metro's Magenta Line extension to become 89-km longest corridor with 21 interchange stations and 40 underground stops, boosting NCR connectivity.

"Total length of Magenta Line... will be approximately 89 kilometres, making it the longest corridor in the Delhi Metro network. - Press Release"

New Delhi, February 11

The Magenta Line of the Delhi Metro network is set to emerge as the longest corridor of the Delhi Metro, featuring the highest number of interchange stations and underground stations, thereby significantly enhancing cross-city connectivity across the National Capital Region.

As per the press release, "In light of the recently sanctioned Phase-V (A) corridor, namely Line 8 (Magenta Line) extension from Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha (Via Central Vista), the Indraprastha-Inderlok corridor of Phase-IV shall be implemented as an extension of the Magenta Line."

Total length of Magenta Line (i.e from Botanical Garden to Inderlok will be approximately 89 kilometres, making it the longest corridor in the Delhi Metro network. The line will run from Botanical Garden to Inderlok and will function entirely as a driverless metro corridor once fully operational.

"Following completion, the Magenta Line will have 21 interchange stations. At present, the operational stretch has four interchange stations-Kalkaji Mandir, Botanical Garden, Janakpuri West, and Hauz Khas. Additional 17 interchange stations will be added under Phase-IV and Phase V-(A), namely: Kalindi Kunj, Chirag Delhi, Terminal-1 IGI Airport, Peeragarhi, Pitampura (Madhuban Chowk), Haiderpur Badli Mor, Majlis Park, Azadpur, Pulbangash, Nabi Karim, Ramakrishna Ashram Marg, Shivaji Stadium, Central Secretariat, Indraprastha, Delhi Gate, New Delhi, and Inderlok. Out of these Central Secretariat, Azadpur, New Delhi, and Inderlok will be triple interchange stations," said the press release.

Once completed, the magenta line from Botanical Garden to Inderlok will have 65 stations, out of which 40 will be underground stations. The extensive interchange facilities of the Magenta Line are expected to reduce travel time, decongest major corridors, and provide seamless, end-to-end connectivity across the city.

The Magenta Line is also distinguished by hosting two significant engineering landmarks of the Delhi Metro network. Haiderpur Badli Mor, located on this corridor, is the highest elevated Metro station in the system (Rail level height of approximately 28.362 meters at Pier no 340), while Hauz Khas, also on the Magenta Line, is the deepest underground Metro station (at approx 29 meters). These milestones highlight the corridor's complex engineering and technological excellence.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
Driverless and the longest corridor? Delhi Metro is truly world-class. The engineering feats mentioned, like the highest and deepest stations, are impressive. But I hope with this expansion, they also focus on maintaining cleanliness and crowd management, especially at these new interchange hubs.
A
Aman W
Great for connectivity, but what about the fares? With 89 km, a single journey from one end to the other might become very expensive for daily commuters. The Metro should introduce more monthly pass options or distance-capped daily fares for the common man.
S
Sarah B
As someone who uses the Kalkaji Mandir interchange daily, adding 17 more interchanges sounds like a dream. The decongestion of other lines, especially the Blue and Yellow Lines during peak hours, will be a huge relief. More power to DMRC!
V
Vikram M
Connecting Terminal 1 IGI Airport directly is a masterstroke. Will be so convenient for travelers. Also, having it run via Central Vista is strategic. Hope the construction causes minimal disruption to the city's daily life. Jai Hind!
K
Karthik V
While the scale is ambitious and the tech is great, I have a respectful criticism. The focus seems to be on length and records. What about last-mile connectivity? Many of these new stations are in areas poorly served by autos/e-rickshaws. That needs equal planning.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50