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PM Modi to Inaugurate Delhi Metro Corridors, Launch 3 New Lines on March 8

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate two new Delhi Metro corridors and lay the foundation stone for three additional lines on March 8. The projects include the Majlis Park-Maujpur-Babarpur section, completing the Pink Line as India's first fully operational "Ring Metro," and the Deepali Chowk-Majlis Park Magenta Line extension. The new Phase-V(A) corridors will enhance connectivity to administrative hubs, the airport, and key residential areas across Delhi and the NCR. The Delhi government has allocated ₹2,929 crore specifically to accelerate Metro projects as part of a larger push for clean, modern public transport.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Delhi Metro Corridors, Lays Foundation for New Lines

  • Inauguration of two new corridors
  • Foundation for three Phase-V(A) lines
  • Creates country's first operational Ring Metro
  • Major boost to clean public transport
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PM Modi to inaugurate new Delhi Metro corridors, lay foundation stone for 3 new lines on March 8: CM Rekha Gupta

PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate two new Delhi Metro corridors and lay the foundation stone for three new lines on March 8, enhancing connectivity.

PM Modi to inaugurate new Delhi Metro corridors, lay foundation stone for 3 new lines on March 8: CM Rekha Gupta
"continuous expansion of the Delhi Metro network will transform connectivity - CM Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 7

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday said the continuous expansion of the Delhi Metro network will transform connectivity in the national capital and give a major push to clean public transport.

The Chief Minister said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate two new Metro corridors and lay the foundation stone for three additional corridors in Delhi on March 8.

Gupta said the projects will mark a significant step towards faster, smoother and environmentally friendly public transport in the capital while reducing pressure from private vehicles on roads and helping control pollution.

According to the Chief Minister, the Prime Minister will inaugurate two Metro corridors -- the Majlis Park-Maujpur-Babarpur section of the Pink Line and the Deepali Chowk-Majlis Park section of the Magenta Line.

With the opening of the Majlis Park-Maujpur-Babarpur stretch, the total length of the Pink Line will reach about 71.56 km, making Delhi the country's first fully operational "Ring Metro". The corridor is expected to improve connectivity between North-East and North-West Delhi and reduce travel time across several parts of the city.

Gupta added that the Deepali Chowk-Majlis Park corridor is an extension of the Magenta Line, which will expand the line's total length to around 49 km. The extension will further integrate several residential and commercial areas with the Metro network.

The Chief Minister said the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for three new Metro corridors under Phase-V (A) of the network.

These include the Ramakrishna Ashram Marg-Indraprastha Central Vista corridor, the Aerocity-Indira Gandhi Airport Terminal-1 corridor, and the Tughlakabad-Kalindi Kunj corridor.

She said once completed, these corridors will significantly enhance connectivity between administrative, residential and commercial areas of Delhi while providing faster access to the airport.

Gupta said the projects will benefit not only Delhi but also commuters from cities across the National Capital Region (NCR).

Residents of Faridabad and Ballabhgarh will be able to reach Tughlakabad via the Violet Line and then travel directly to Indira Gandhi Airport Terminal-1 through the Golden Line.

Similarly, commuters from Noida will be able to reach Kalindi Kunj via the Magenta Line and then travel conveniently to the airport and South Delhi through the Golden Line.

Highlighting the Delhi government's focus on public transport, Gupta said ₹9,110 crore has been allocated to the Transport Department in the 2025-26 budget, nearly 60 per cent higher than last year's ₹5,702 crore allocation.

Out of this, ₹2,929 crore has been earmarked to accelerate Metro projects in the capital.

Gupta said the expansion of the Metro network aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of creating a modern, integrated and environmentally friendly transport system, which will help make Delhi a world-class city and strengthen the goal of a "Viksit Bharat".

- ANI

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Priyanka N
While expansion is good, I hope they also focus on improving the existing services. During peak hours, the trains are overcrowded and the frequency isn't always reliable. More lines are great, but maintaining quality is equally important.
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Aman W
Direct connectivity to Terminal 1 from South Delhi and NCR is a blessing! As someone who travels frequently for work from Faridabad, this will save so much time and hassle with taxis. The Metro is truly the lifeline of the NCR. Great step forward!
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Sarah B
Investing in clean public transport is the need of the hour for Delhi's air quality. Reducing private vehicles is crucial. Hope the new corridors encourage more people to leave their cars at home. The budget allocation increase is a positive sign.
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Vikram M
The Central Vista corridor foundation stone is interesting. Better connectivity for government employees and visitors to the new administrative area makes sense. Infrastructure development should be continuous, irrespective of which government is in power. Good work.
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Kavya N
As a resident near Majlis Park, I'm thrilled! The area was not well-connected. This will boost local businesses and make it easier for my children to commute to college. Delhi Metro has genuinely transformed how we live in this city. 🙏

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