The Phase-1 trial run of Mumbai Metro Line 9, between Dahisar (East) and Kashigaon, was flagged off on Tuesday. The stretch is a pioneering double-decker project, integrating both a metro line and vehicular flyovers on a shared viaduct—a first in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The 4.4 km Phase-1 stretch covers four stations, namely, Dahisar (East), Pandurangwadi, Miragaon and Kashigaon. Line 9 is also the first-ever metro corridor in the Thane district.
CM @Dev_Fadnavis flag off train trials for Phase 1 of #MumbaiMetro Red Line 9 at Kashigaon on Tuesday. The 4.5-km Dahisar (East)–Kashigaon stretch with 4 stations will offer Mumbai-Thane direct metro connectivity. Commercial run expected by Dec 2025. #MetroUpdate pic.twitter.com/SeTVKzKPUI
— Abhishek Kumar Pathak (@ImAbhi5200) May 14, 2025
Improved connectivity across the region
Once fully operational, Metro Line-9 will connect Mira-Bhayandar to the following hubs in Mumbai hubs:
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (via Lines 7 & 7A)
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Andheri (West) (via Line 2B)
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Ghatkopar (via Lines 7 & 1)
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Link Road (via Line 2A at Dahisar East)
Future extensions will link to:
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Thane (via Line-10 at Miragaon)
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Vasai-Virar (via the proposed Line-13)
Eco-Friendly commuting & congestion relief
Metro Line-9 is designed with sustainability in mind. By easing congestion at key bottlenecks like the Dahisar Toll Naka and encouraging a shift from cars to public transport, the line will help cut down on vehicular emissions. It also features energy-efficient systems such as regenerative braking, making it a greener, smarter way to travel across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
