Mumbai's Pedestrian Subway Network to Enhance Metro Line 3 Connectivity
Mumbai is planning a citywide network of pedestrian subways to improve last-mile connectivity, particularly around the upcoming Metro Line 3 stations. This initiative aims to create a seamless and accessible transit experience for commuters.
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In a key development, senior officials from the BMC (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation), Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL), Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), and Indian Railways met at the BMC headquarters on Monday evening to discuss last-mile connectivity solutions. The meeting focused on integrating pedestrian infrastructure with the expanding Metro system, particularly around Metro Line 3 stations.
Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, is Mumbai’s first fully underground metro corridor. It currently operates from Aarey to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli and is already serving around 60,000 passengers daily. Once fully operational, the 33.5-km line will connect 27 stations, stretching from Aarey in the north to Cuffe Parade in South Mumbai. It will traverse key commercial and transport nodes such as Mumbai Central, Mahalaxmi, Churchgate, CSMT, and BKC.
One of the first pedestrian integration projects in the pipeline is a 1-kilometre-long subway connecting the Acharya Atre Chowk station to the Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Coastal Road parking hub at Haji Ali. A 160-metre side arm is also being planned to provide access to nearby open spaces. BMC and MMRCL have been working on its alignment since June.
“This is just the beginning,” a civic official said, as quoted by The Times of India. “The meeting was primarily about identifying nodal agencies that will lead such pedestrian infrastructure projects,” the official added. A senior official confirmed that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) will be drafted within the next four months.
The broader vision includes building pedestrian subways within a 500-metre to 1-kilometre radius of major Metro stations, particularly in high-density zones like malls, corporate parks, and business hubs. Equipped with escalators and elevators, these subways aim to be accessible to all, encouraging walking, easing traffic congestion, and redefining Mumbai as a more connected and commuter-friendly city.
If successfully implemented, this pedestrian network could become a game-changer in urban mobility and last-mile connectivity for Mumbai.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro Line 3 in Mumbai?
Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, is Mumbai’s first fully underground metro corridor. It currently operates from Aarey to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli and is expected to connect 27 stations from Aarey to Cuffe Parade once fully operational.
What is the main focus of the recent meeting between BMC, MMRCL, MMRDA, and Indian Railways?
The main focus of the meeting was to discuss last-mile connectivity solutions and integrate pedestrian infrastructure with the expanding Metro system, particularly around Metro Line 3 stations.
What is the first pedestrian integration project planned in Mumbai?
The first pedestrian integration project is a 1-kilometre-long subway connecting the Acharya Atre Chowk station to the Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Coastal Road parking hub at Haji Ali, with a 160-metre side arm for access to nearby open spaces.
How will the pedestrian subways benefit Mumbai's urban mobility?
The pedestrian subways, equipped with escalators and elevators, will be accessible to all, encouraging walking, easing traffic congestion, and making Mumbai a more connected and commuter-friendly city.
What is the broader vision for pedestrian subways in Mumbai?
The broader vision includes building pedestrian subways within a 500-metre to 1-kilometre radius of major Metro stations, particularly in high-density zones like malls, corporate parks, and business hubs.
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