MMRDA Likely To Start Construction Work On Mumbai Metro's Kanjurmarg–Badlapur Metro Line 14 Within A Year, Eyes PPP Model: Report

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is expected to commence the work on the proposed 39 km Metro Line 14, connecting Kanjurmarg to Badlapur within a year, Mid-Day reported.

The project is reportedly being considered for implementation under a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model.

According to senior MMRDA officials cited in the Mid-Day report, the stretch is projected to cut down road travel time by 1.5 to 2 hours and cater to an estimated daily ridership of around 7 lakh passengers.

The draft Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Magenta Line 14 has been submitted by Milan Metro.

The new corridor is expected to adopt a hybrid structure, with underground tracks from Kanjurmarg to Ghansoli, and elevated lines from Ghansoli to Badlapur, mirroring aspects of Milan’s metro infrastructure.

The MMRDA has expressed optimism about floating tenders and commencing construction soon.

However, the final decision on adopting the PPP model is pending a thorough review.

“The MMRDA has already had a bad experience implementing a metro project on a PPP basis, so the final decision on the model should only be made after studying all aspects thoroughly,” a source was quoted as saying by Mid-Day.

The line is expected to significantly reduce congestion on arterial roads that often experience hour-long traffic snarls, particularly during peak hours.

Environmental and forest clearances will be crucial, as the proposed alignment passes near Parsik Hills and the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary.

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