Central Government Approves Thane Metro Project
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Central Government Approves Thane Metro Project

The Thane Metro, officially known as the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project, has recently received approval from the central government for its Detailed Project Report (DPR). According to the DPR, the project will cover a distance of 29 kilometres with 22 stations and is estimated to cost Rs122 billion.

The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL or MahaMetro) is responsible for implementing the project, which is expected to be completed by 2029.

A brief overview of the project reveals that the foundation stone was laid by the Prime Minister in December 2018. The Thane Metro will encircle Thane city in a ring-shaped route, with a total length of 29 kilometres. Of this, 26 kilometres will be elevated, comprising 20 stations, while the remaining 3 kilometres will be underground, featuring 2 stations.

The Thane Metro Line will provide an interchange with Mumbai Metro?s Green Line (Line 4) and Orange Line (Line 5), and will also connect with the Thane city central railway station.

According to a press release from the government?s PIB, the project is expected to serve a ridership of approximately 6.47 lakh, 7.61 lakh, and 8.72 lakh passengers by the years 2029, 2035, and 2045, respectively.

MahaMetro has issued invitations for technical bids to appoint a Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) for six elevated stations between Dr Kashinath Ghanekar Natyagrah and the waterfront.

Regarding the Thane Metro contractor, AECOM-Systra MVA Consultant-Consulting Engineer Group is the only bidder for the General Consultant contract. However, the fares, funds, and prices for Thane Metro have not yet been announced.

The Thane Metro, officially known as the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project, has recently received approval from the central government for its Detailed Project Report (DPR). According to the DPR, the project will cover a distance of 29 kilometres with 22 stations and is estimated to cost Rs122 billion. The Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL or MahaMetro) is responsible for implementing the project, which is expected to be completed by 2029. A brief overview of the project reveals that the foundation stone was laid by the Prime Minister in December 2018. The Thane Metro will encircle Thane city in a ring-shaped route, with a total length of 29 kilometres. Of this, 26 kilometres will be elevated, comprising 20 stations, while the remaining 3 kilometres will be underground, featuring 2 stations. The Thane Metro Line will provide an interchange with Mumbai Metro?s Green Line (Line 4) and Orange Line (Line 5), and will also connect with the Thane city central railway station. According to a press release from the government?s PIB, the project is expected to serve a ridership of approximately 6.47 lakh, 7.61 lakh, and 8.72 lakh passengers by the years 2029, 2035, and 2045, respectively. MahaMetro has issued invitations for technical bids to appoint a Detailed Design Consultant (DDC) for six elevated stations between Dr Kashinath Ghanekar Natyagrah and the waterfront. Regarding the Thane Metro contractor, AECOM-Systra MVA Consultant-Consulting Engineer Group is the only bidder for the General Consultant contract. However, the fares, funds, and prices for Thane Metro have not yet been announced.

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