Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday flagged off the trial run and technical inspection of Mumbai Metro Line 9 (Phase 1), connecting Kashigaon to Dahisar East. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde, the CM also carried out a detailed inspection of the route.
Calling it a milestone for the region, Fadnavis stated that the new line will greatly benefit commuters in Mira-Bhayandar and reduce road congestion. Highlighting a significant innovation, he announced that for the first time in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, a double-decker bridge—carrying both metro and railway tracks—has been built to ease traffic and optimize space.
The 11.38 km Red Line 9 extends the Metro’s reach from Andheri-Dahisar to Mira-Bhayandar. While Phase 1 includes four stations—Dahisar, Pandurang Wadi, Miragaon, and Kashigaon—future extensions will cover up to Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium in Bhayandar West.
MMRDA has begun energizing the 25,000v overhead wires along the Dahisar-Kashigaon stretch and will conduct dynamic tests of train systems including signalling and safety. The full metro corridor is aimed to be completed by 2027, offering a seamless, eco-friendly transit alternative for the growing suburban population.
