Mumbai Metro Line 9’s second phase, connecting Kashigaon to Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium in Mira-Bhayandar, is expected to be ready by December 2026, according to a report by The Times of India. The extension is nearing completion, with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) reporting that 96% of the civil construction work has been completed.
The upcoming stretch will feature four stations: Sai Baba Nagar, Meditya Nagar, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Garden and Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium. Once operational, these stations are expected to improve public transport connectivity for residents of Mira-Bhayandar and surrounding areas.
Before passenger services can commence, the MMRDA will need to invite the Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety (CMRS) to inspect the corridor. The line must receive the required safety clearance and certification before being opened to commuters. The remaining civil construction and systems installation work is expected to be completed ahead of the inspection.
The extension follows the first phase of Metro Line 9, which connects Dahisar East with Kashigaon. That section became operational in April 2026 and comprises four stations: Dahisar East, Pandurang Wadi, Miragaon and Kashigaon. The initial stretch covers approximately five kilometres.
With a reported project cost of ₹6,607 crore, Metro Line 9 forms part of the Red Line network expansion aimed at strengthening connectivity between Mira-Bhayandar and Mumbai.
Once the entire corridor becomes operational, commuters from Mira-Bhayandar are expected to benefit from improved access to Andheri and other parts of the city through connections with Metro Line 7. The expanded network is also expected to provide an alternative to road-based transport, potentially easing congestion and reducing travel times for daily passengers.
The December timeline remains subject to the completion of outstanding work and the necessary safety approvals. The opening of the four stations would mark another step towards expanding Mumbai’s metro network and improving regional connectivity.
Source: Swarajya
