The Cabinet approves two new metro routes in Delhi

Very soon New Delhi will have two new metro corridors. The Cabinet has approved the project, totaling a budget of INR 8399 crore. These new routes are scheduled for completion by March 2029 and will link Inderlok to Indraprastha and Lajpat Nagar to Saket G Block.

As per Union Minister Anurag Thakur, the Lajpat Nagar to Saket G Block stretch, spread over 8.4 km, will host eight stations and integrate Silver, Magenta, Pink, and Violet lines entirely through elevated tracks.
As per reports, the 12.4 km Inderlok to Indraprastha route will have 10 stations. It will serve as an extension of the Green Line, connecting Red, Yellow, Airport Line, Magenta, Violet, and Blue Lines. It will comprise 11.349 km of underground lines and 1.028 km of elevated lines.

Highlighting the significance, the government stated, "The Inderlok - Indraprastha Line will significantly bolster connectivity to the Bahadurgarh region of Haryana. Commuters from these areas can seamlessly navigate through the Green Line to reach Indraprastha directly, along with various central and east Delhi destinations."
The Inderlok – Indraprastha Line is poised to revolutionize connectivity to the Bahadurgarh region of Haryana, enabling commuters to hop on the Green Line for direct access to Indraprastha, as well as various central and east Delhi destinations.

Furthermore, these corridors will introduce eight new interchange stations at Inderlok, Nabi Karim, New Delhi, Delhi Gate, Indraprastha, Lajpat Nagar, Chirag Dilli, and Saket G Block. These pivotal stations will greatly enhance interconnectivity across all operational lines within the Delhi Metro network.

The Delhi Metro is rapidly expanding its network with the ongoing construction of 65 km as part of its fourth phase of expansion. Anticipated to be completed in stages by March 2026, these new corridors are set to augment the existing network.

Currently, the DMRC boasts a network spanning 391 km, encompassing 286 stations, solidifying its status as one of the world's fastest-growing Metro networks.