STN: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has issued a letter of acceptance to the joint venture of J Kumar Infraprojects and NACPL. The project involves a ₹139.72 crore Mumbai Metro Contract. The work will be carried out for Mumbai Metro Line 4 and Line 4A.
The contract includes the implementation of MultiModal Integration Facilities at 8 metro stations. These stations fall under Line 4 and its extension Line 4A.
Key Contract Information
- Tender ID: 2024_MMRDA_1088324_1
- Contract Value: ₹139.72 crore
- Tender Number: MMI/ML4 AND 4A/PKG1
- Scope of Work: Implementation of MultiModal Integration Facilities at 8 metro stations
This Mumbai Metro Contract is part of Package 1 of the MultiModal Integration project.
Scope and Route of Mumbai Metro Line 4
The Mumbai Metro Line 4 will cover 32.32 km. It will run from Wadala to Kasarvadavali. The line will have 30 elevated stations.
The route will connect with several key transport systems:
- Eastern Express Highway
- Central Railway
- Monorail
- Metro Line 2B (D N Nagar to Mandale)
- Metro Line 5 (Thane to Kalyan)
- Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli)
This alignment aims to improve connectivity across Mumbai.
Extension of Mumbai Metro Line 4A
Metro Line 4A is an extension of Metro Line 4. It will cover 2.7 km. The route will run from Kasarvadavali to Gaimukh. It will include 2 elevated stations.
The integration of Line 4 with Line 4A will help in better commuter movement. The new facilities will allow smoother transfers between different modes of transport.
Impact of the Mumbai Metro Contract
The awarded Mumbai Metro Contract is significant for Mumbai’s transport network. The construction of MultiModal Integration Facilities will reduce travel time for passengers. It will also improve interconnectivity between metro lines and other public transport systems.
The project is expected to provide better last-mile connectivity. It will benefit thousands of daily commuters across the city once operational.
FAQs on the Mumbai Metro Contract
A: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) will supervise the project and ensure that work is completed as per the contract terms.
A: While the exact date has not been announced, projects of this scale generally take 24–36 months for completion, depending on site conditions and approvals.
A: Once operational, Mumbai Metro Line 4 and 4A are expected to serve over 10 lakh passengers daily, easing pressure on road traffic.
A: MultiModal Integration refers to the development of facilities that allow passengers to easily switch between different modes of transport such as metro, bus, rail, and monorail.
A: By improving connectivity and offering smoother transfers, the project is expected to reduce congestion on major roads, particularly the Eastern Express Highway.
A: The joint venture between J Kumar Infraprojects and NCC Limited Projects Ltd. (NACPL) will carry out the work under MMRDA’s supervision.
A: Yes, the MultiModal Integration plan includes provisions for parking spaces, feeder services, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure to improve last-mile connectivity.
A: Not directly. However, interchanges with other metro lines, including Line 2B and Line 6, will allow passengers to connect to Line 3 easily.
