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PM Modi inaugurated the last phase of Mumbai Metro Line-3, which will make travel in Mayanagar easier, faster and convenient than ever before. This phase extends from Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade and is built at a cost of Rs 12,200 crore. The entire Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line), whose total cost is Rs 37,270 crore.
Improve Mumbai’s infrastructure: PM Modi
PM Modi posted on Twitter and wrote, “Phase-2B of Mumbai Metro Line-3 is a significant improvement in the infrastructure of Mumbai. Metro connectivity is essential for the development of any city. This project will have a positive impact on the lives of the people of Mumbai.” This is Mumbai’s first and completely underground metro line, which is 33.5 kilometers long and includes 27 stations. Every day about 13 lakh people will travel by this metro.
Modi also launched the Mumbai One app, which offers a number of benefits to commuters, including integrated mobile ticketing for multiple public transport operators. He also inaugurated the Short-Term Employability Skills Program (STEP) initiative of the Department of Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Maharashtra.
This program is being launched in 400 government ITIs and 150 government technical high schools, which is a major step towards aligning skill development with industry requirements to enhance employability.
People’s time will be saved: PM Modi
Starting his address in Marathi, PM Modi said that Mumbai’s long wait is over. He said, “Mumbai got a second big airport and underground metro. This will make travel easier and people will save time.”
Phase 2B of the Mumbai Metro Line-3 is a significant enhancement to Mumbai’s infrastructure!
Metro connectivity is essential for a city’s growth. This project will have a positive impact on the lives of the people of Mumbai. https://t.co/aKmhc9RtUk pic.twitter.com/ing6Mb3xD4
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 8, 2025
Travel will be easy for people
Work on this project started in 2017 under Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL). Under this, for the first time in India, 17 Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM) were deployed simultaneously. The Aqua Line will connect with Central Railway at CSMT and Mumbai Central and Western Railway at Churchgate, which will improve intermodal travel.
The line improves access to Nariman Point, Fort, Kalbadevi, RBI, BSE and Mantralaya, making travel easier for professionals working in key business and administrative areas of the city.
How much will the fare be?
This line will provide direct metro access from South Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, which will be a big relief for air travelers. Passengers traveling up to 3 km will have to pay a fare of Rs 10. Those traveling a distance between 3 km to 12 km will have to pay a fare of Rs 20.
The fare has been fixed at Rs 30 for those traveling between 12 km to 18 km, Rs 40 for those traveling between 18 to 24 km, Rs 50 for those traveling between 24 km to 30 km and Rs 60 for those traveling between 30 km to 36 km.