Mumbai’s Dharavi is set to host a second Metro station under the extended Metro Line 11 corridor connecting Wadala and CSMT. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has greenlit this crucial alignment change, aiming to transform Dharavi into a key interchange on the city’s rapidly expanding transit network.
The revised blueprint will introduce an additional station in Dharavi, positioned adjacent to the existing one on Metro Line 3—Mumbai’s underground corridor linking Colaba to SEEPZ. By linking the elevated Metro 11 with the subterranean Line 3, the new arrangement is designed to offer multi-modal connectivity for one of Mumbai’s densest and most economically active areas.According to MMRDA officials, this strategic move is directly aligned with the broader redevelopment vision for Dharavi. The second station is expected to serve not just the current population but also future residential and commercial growth that the redevelopment scheme will trigger. With Metro 11 now being repositioned to run parallel to the suburban railway and the upcoming Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor near Matunga, Dharavi’s transport links are poised for a generational upgrade.
Authorities have stated that the aim is to ease last-mile connectivity challenges while minimising road congestion across south-central Mumbai. By bridging multiple mass transit lines, the realignment strengthens Dharavi’s access to key nodes like Bandra-Kurla Complex, Navi Mumbai, and the international airport—all within a single commute span. For a community historically marginalised by infrastructure deficits, this is likely to mark a turning point in both daily mobility and long-term development equity.Spanning 14.3 km, the Metro 11 corridor will now house 11 stations and will be constructed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). The overall project cost is estimated at ₹11,000 crore, with funding and execution aligned with the state’s goal to modernise Mumbai’s transport while reducing vehicular dependence. As part of the extended vision, the second Dharavi station will function as a feeder point for thousands of commuters each day, making it a vital node in Mumbai’s evolving mobility framework.
Urban planners suggest that Dharavi’s dual-station configuration could become a model for future transport planning in densely populated areas, especially where redevelopment is underway. The synergy between infrastructure investment and social upliftment is expected to unlock economic potential while addressing historic inequities in public transport access.
As Mumbai continues to rethink its transit strategy in light of carbon neutrality and sustainable urban growth, the move to reinforce Dharavi’s place on the Metro map signals a shift towards a more inclusive, integrated, and future-ready city.
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