MMRDA Acquires 174 Hectares in Thane for Mega Metro Depot
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has acquired 174 hectares of land in Mogarpada, Thane, to develop a large integrated metro depot. This depot will serve as the central operations and maintenance hub for four Metro lines, enhancing connectivity in the region.
Real EstateMmrdaThaneMetro DepotLand AcquisitionReal Estate MumbaiJun 16, 2025
According to MMRDA, the strategically located depot will cater to Metro Lines 4, 4A, 10, and 11, covering a combined stretch of 55.99 km from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Mira Road. This comprehensive facility is expected to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the metro services in the region.
The land has been transferred to MMRDA on an ‘as-is-where-is’ basis, as per the Government Resolution dated October 16, 2023. The Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for all four lines were prepared by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, which recommended a single, unified depot at Mogarpada to optimize integration and efficiency.
The Mogarpada Depot will be designed as a critical command and maintenance hub. It will feature train stabling during non-operational hours to ensure peak-time readiness, heavy overhauls and routine maintenance for all trains on the lines, lifting and equipment replacement, and full testing to ensure safety and reliability.
Thane, a satellite city of Mumbai, is known for its expansive real estate townships developed by prominent names such as the Hiranandani Group, Oberoi Realty, and Raymond Realty, among others. According to local brokers, apartment prices in Grade A projects range between ₹15,000 and ₹30,000 per sq ft.
In two recent transactions of land in Thane, Mumbai-based listed real estate developer Arkade Developers, on June 13, announced purchasing a 6.28-acre land parcel in Thane near Mumbai for ₹172 crore. According to the company statement, the company plans to develop a mixed-use project with a projected gross development value (GDV) of ₹2,000 crore and a RERA saleable area of 9.26 lakh sq ft.
Cricketer KL Rahul and Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty, in March 2025, jointly acquired a seven-acre land parcel in Owale at Thane West, near Mumbai, for Rs. 9.85 crore, according to property registration documents accessed by Square Yards. The transaction involves seven acres of undivided land within a larger parcel spanning 30 acres and 17 guntha.
This acquisition by MMRDA is expected to significantly boost the real estate market in Thane, attracting more investments and development projects. The enhanced connectivity provided by the metro lines will make Thane a more attractive location for both residential and commercial properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Mogarpada Depot?
The Mogarpada Depot will serve as the central operations and maintenance hub for four Metro lines (4, 4A, 10, and 11) in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, covering a combined stretch of 55.99 km from CSMT to Mira Road.
How much land has MMRDA acquired for the depot?
MMRDA has acquired 174 hectares of land in Mogarpada, Thane, for the development of the integrated metro depot.
What are the key features of the Mogarpada Depot?
The depot will feature train stabling, heavy overhauls, routine maintenance, lifting and equipment replacement, and full testing to ensure safety and reliability.
How will this depot impact the real estate market in Thane?
The enhanced connectivity provided by the metro lines will likely boost the real estate market in Thane, attracting more investments and development projects.
Who are some prominent real estate developers in Thane?
Prominent real estate developers in Thane include the Hiranandani Group, Oberoi Realty, and Raymond Realty, among others.
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