October 21, 2025: Mumbai’s Metro Line 12 is fast emerging as a benchmark for rapid metro construction in India. In just a year since its Bhoomi Pujan, several pillars along the 22.17 km elevated corridor connecting Kalyan to Taloja have been completed, while work at the depot site is advancing swiftly. The project is notable for simultaneously developing both the metro line and its depot—a rare feat for Mumbai’s infrastructure projects.
The new line will link Metro Line 5 with Navi Mumbai Metro’s Line 1, significantly improving connectivity for commuters across the extended suburbs. “The project’s pace is unprecedented for Mumbai,” officials said, noting that metro projects in the city often face delays due to land acquisition and logistical challenges. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is spearheading the ₹8,400 crore project, with French consultancy Systra providing technical expertise and Gawar Construction handling civil works.
Once operational, Metro Line 12 is expected to reduce road congestion, cut travel time, and provide a cleaner, more efficient travel option for thousands of daily commuters. Areas such as Kalyan, Dombivli, and Taloja will gain improved access to the city, enhancing integration with Mumbai’s main urban hubs.
The coordinated progress on the main line and depot demonstrates better planning, faster decision-making, and stronger execution. For Mumbaikars long awaiting improved metro access to the city’s outskirts, this rapid advancement is encouraging. Officials say Metro Line 12 sets a new standard for urban transport projects, showing how timely planning and efficient execution can deliver transformative infrastructure. The project marks a new era in Mumbai’s metro development, offering hope for faster, more reliable connectivity across the sprawling metropolitan region.
Source: Native Planet
