Why is there no metro in Mumbai?

In another boost to connectivity, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has decided to connect Mumbai and Virar with a Metro line. Many metro projects were being delayed because of late environmental clearances and land acquisition troubles.

What is the difference between metro train and local train?

A metro train is a train that is specifically designed to run in metropolitan cities while local trains are designed to connect the distances within the city and its suburbs areas.

Why are metro trains useful in big cities?

For some of us living in big cities, imagining our lives without the Metro would be difficult. The method of transport allows us to travel major distances much faster while simultaneously helping us skip the road traffic and greater exposure to pollution.

Who is funding Mumbai Metro?

Line 1. All the phases of Line 1 will be constructed and funded by CIDCO. Lines 2 and 3 will be funded by the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation and Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority respectively. The total cost of Line 1 is estimated to be ₹4,068 crore (US$540 million).

What are metro local train?

Both runs on laid tracks of rails but one major differnce between them is that rails of a local train can be shared by freight trains or other long distance trains; whereas metro is a train that is specifically designed to run in metropolitan cities and has independent rail tracks.

Why Mumbai metro is important?

The metro will provide for the first time connectivity to airport, Nariman Point, Cuffe Parade, Kalbadevi, Worli, BKC, Airport, SEEPZ and MIDC. Besides, two important heritage stations of Mumbai i.e. CSTM and Churchgate will also get joined through MML-3 alignment.

What is the cost of Mumbai Metro Line 4?

Also known as the Green Line, Mumbai Metro Line 4 will connect Kasarvadavali in Thane to Wadala in south-central Mumbai. This route will boost connectivity between Mumbai and Thane and decongest the local train network. The expected cost of this project is Rs 15,000 crores. The expected date of completion is 2022.

How does the Mumbai Metro work?

The metro connects key areas in the western suburbs with the central suburbs, making it one of the popular transit mediums in Mumbai. This 11-km-long route is fully elevated.

What is Mumbai Metro Line 10 and Line 11?

Mumbai Metro Line 10 and 11 are extensions of Mumbai Metro Line 4, also known as the Green Line. These lines will connect Gaimukh to Shivaji Chowk (Mira Road) and Wadala to CSMT. The foundation stone was laid by PM Narendra Modi in 2017. The work has started on these lines and is expected to become operational in 2022.

When will Mumbai local train services be opened for general public?

Mumbai Local Train Services to be Opened for General Public ~ 01.02.2021 Maharashtra CM on Friday allowed the general public to use the suburban train services in Mumbai starting February 1. Travel for the general public will be allowed till 7 am from the start of the first local train.