Mumbai, June 25, 2025 — In a major boost to urban mobility, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has greenlit 19 infrastructure projects amounting to over ₹12,000 crore to accelerate the rollout and integration of metro rail systems across Greater Mumbai, as announced at the authority’s 284th Executive Committee meeting.
Major Contracts & Allocations
Larsen & Toubro Ltd. has secured the flagship contract worth ₹4,788 crore for Metro Lines 4 and 4A. The contract includes the supply of 39 trains (234 coaches), CBTC signalling, telecom systems, platform screen doors, depot equipment, and a five-year maintenance package. An additional ₹188.6 crore was approved for ballastless track work along the Wadala–Kasarvadavali–Gaimukh corridor.
For Metro Line 6 (Pink Line), two major contracts have been awarded. NCC Ltd. received a ₹2,269.7 crore contract for rolling stock and signalling systems, while IRCON International Ltd. was awarded ₹668.2 crore for traction and electromechanical infrastructure.
To enhance last-mile connectivity, ₹535 crore has been earmarked for multi-modal integration (MMI) works at 32 stations on Lines 4 and 4A. This will include pedestrian pathways, bus bays, and feeder transport integration.
Aurionpro Solutions Ltd. has been entrusted with a ₹249 crore contract to implement an automated fare collection (AFC) system on Lines 4 and 4A. Other allocations include ₹118 crore for overhead electrification on Lines 9 and 7A, ₹99.99 crore for ballastless track on Line 2B, and ₹551 crore for intelligent transport systems and toll-management upgrades on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL).
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Strategic Goals & Statements
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis described the funding as a strategic advancement toward a smarter and more connected Maharashtra. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde emphasized that this investment is central to creating a seamless, sustainable, and inclusive metro network for the state. MMRDA Commissioner Sanjay Mukherjee noted that the contracts span rolling stock, systems integration, power, digital monitoring, and station-level multi-modal connectivity.
Supporting Projects & Future Outlook
This initiative follows the June decision appointing MMRDA as the nodal agency for the upcoming Dharavi multimodal transport hub. The hub aims to integrate metro, suburban rail, buses, and pedestrian access in one of Mumbai’s most densely populated areas.
Additionally, MMRDA has acquired approximately 430 acres in Thane’s Mogarpada to build one of India’s largest metro depots, which will service Lines 4, 4A, 10, and 11.
What This Means for Mumbaikars
The approved projects are expected to significantly reduce commute times across Mumbai, enhance first- and last-mile connectivity, and support a shift toward sustainable public transportation. With integrated systems and modern infrastructure, the city is on track to offer faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly mobility options to millions of commuters.
The ₹12,000 crore investment marks a transformative step in Mumbai’s journey toward becoming a metro-powered metropolis, promising a better-connected and more accessible urban experience for all.
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