October 15, 2025: Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora has lauded the newly inaugurated Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line), describing it as a “decisive step towards decongesting our roads and elevating Mumbai’s infrastructure.” Sharing his experience on Instagram, Deora posted a short video from his metro ride, calling the project “Mumbai’s newest lifeline roaring to life.” He also praised Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde for their vision in making the project a reality.
Reflecting on the project’s journey, Deora wrote, “After much discussion, obstruction, and finally construction, our city has taken a decisive step towards decongesting our roads.” He added, “Here’s to seeing more of our metro network in action, transforming Motorable Mumbai into Metro Mumbai.”
In his video, Deora highlighted that the Aqua Line — connecting Aarey to Cuffe Parade — will significantly ease the burden on Mumbai’s suburban rail network and arterial roads. “This is going to completely decongest our suburban rail network and our roads, a huge boon for the average commuter,” he said.
He pointed out that while projects like the Coastal Road, Atal Setu, and Eastern Freeway benefited motorists, the metro provides much-needed relief for daily train and bus commuters. Sharing his own experience, he said his Churchgate-to-Grant Road journey took just 10 minutes by metro, compared to 25–30 minutes by road.
“I urge every Mumbaikar to use this, help us decongest our roads, and fight global warming,” he added. Commending the project’s completion despite multiple challenges, Deora concluded by calling the Metro Line 3 launch a “turning point in Mumbai’s public transport story.”
Source: The Free Press Journal
