STN: The Thane Integral Ring Metro Project has moved a step forward. MAHA Metro has issued a tender for the construction of six elevated stations. The total value of this civil work contract is ₹223.70 crore. The tender covers a key stretch of the Thane Integral Ring Metro, which forms part of the planned Phase 1 network.
MAHA Metro will appoint one contractor for this package. The chosen contractor will build six elevated Thane Metro Stations. These stations are Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar Natyagruha, Manpada, Dongripada, Vijay Nagari, Waghbil, and Waterfront. This section plays an important role in the circular metro route planned for Thane city.
The tender process has started. MAHA Metro has released the timeline and work details for interested bidders. The authority aims to complete this station package within 30 months from the date of appointment.
Key Details of the Thane Metro Stations Tender
Here are the main points of the tender:
- Tender Number: T1-023/C-02/2025
- Pre-bid Meeting: 22 December 2025
- Bid Submission Deadline: 22 January 2026
- Estimated Contract Value: ₹223.70 crore
- Completion Period: 30 months
- Scope of Work: Construction of six elevated metro stations under the Thane Integral Ring Metro Project
The scope includes all civil construction work for the six Thane Metro Stations. These are Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar Natyagruha, Manpada, Dongripada, Vijay Nagari, Waghbil, and Waterfront.
About the Thane Integral Ring Metro
The Thane Integral Ring Metro is planned as a circular mass rapid transit system. It will run along a 29-kilometre route around the western part of Thane. The line will have 22 stations. Phase 1 includes the stations covered under this tender notice.
The goal of the project is simple. MAHA Metro plans to create a reliable and connected public transport system for Thane. The circular line will help reduce travel time within the city. It will also support the movement of commuters across major residential and commercial areas.
The new set of stations under this tender marks an early milestone. Once complete, they will support the larger network planned for the city. The project will also ease road traffic and support future urban development.
What This Tender Means for Thane
The release of this tender marks a clear step toward the execution of the Thane Integral Ring Metro. With the construction of the six stations, the project moves from planning to groundwork. It will generate local employment during the construction period. It will also speed up the development of the metro network.
The authority expects bidders to follow the deadlines. Interested companies must attend the pre-bid meeting and submit their bids by January 2026.
FAQs
A: The Thane Integral Ring Metro is planned in multiple phases. Phase 1 is the starting stage, and later phases will extend the network to cover more parts of the city.
A: Construction will start after the contract is awarded. This usually happens a few weeks after the bidding and evaluation process.
A: The detailed station design is not available yet. MAHA Metro usually includes parking based on land availability and local traffic needs.
A: Future phases are expected to link with the broader MMR transit network. Integration plans will be clearer once detailed project reports for later phases are approved.
A: Yes. MAHA Metro generally integrates bus bays, auto-rickshaw zones, and pedestrian paths to support last-mile travel.
