Metro Line 3 Sees Rider Surge After Phase 2 Launch

15 May 2025 CW Team

The newly opened second phase of Mumbai Metro Line 3—from Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli—has seen a strong rise in passenger numbers over its first weekend of operations. As per official data, 32,725 commuters travelled on the Aqua Line from Aarey (JVLR) to Acharya Atre Chowk by 8:00 PM on Sunday, nearly 6,000 more than the 26,758 recorded during the same time on Saturday.

This surge follows the inauguration of the line’s second phase on Saturday, a key milestone in enhancing Mumbai’s rapid transit network. The extension enables direct north-south travel from Aarey to Worli for the first time—eliminating the need for transfers and offering a seamless alternative to the city’s otherwise fragmented suburban rail system.

Transport authorities expect ridership to continue growing as commuters become increasingly aware of the improved connectivity. The new route is projected to substantially cut travel times and ease pressure on already congested road and railway corridors, marking a significant upgrade to Mumbai’s urban mobility.

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