Cabinet approves INR 8.399 crore expansion project for Delhi Metro

In a move to bolster public transportation in the capital, the Union Cabinet has approved the expansion of the Delhi metro line. The project, with an estimated cost of INR 8,399 crore, aims to enhance connectivity by introducing two new rail corridors.
According to Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur, the newly approved lines are expected to be operational for public use by March 2026. The expansion project will link Inderlok and Indraprastha through a 12.3-kilometre rail line and Lajpat Nagar with Saket through an 8.3-kilometre line.
Highlighting the significance of the project, Thakur emphasized its potential to reduce fossil-fuel consumption and transportation costs while simultaneously improving the overall quality of life for citizens.
Funding for the project, totaling INR 8,399 crore, will be a collaborative effort between the Centre, the government of Delhi, and international funding agencies. The expansion is set to offer enhanced connectivity to various regions, including Bahadurgarh in Haryana, by facilitating seamless travel across different metro lines. Currently, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) operates a network spanning 391 kilometers with 286 stations.
In addition to the metro expansion, the cabinet also approved deals aimed at bolstering cooperation between India and Bhutan in key areas such as energy efficiency and bilateral trade in food and petroleum.

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