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After a long-awaited wait of six years, Mumbai Metro 3 is finally set to roll out its services, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation infrastructure. This new addition promises to alleviate the perennial traffic congestion issues that have plagued Mumbai's commuters for decades.
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The bidding process invi..