4k Journey Through Mumbai’s First Underground Metro line 3 : Aqua Line | Aarey JVLR to BKC |#Mumbai

#mumbai #mumbaimetro #mumbaitourguide #mumbaikar #mumbai4k #metro #aamchi_mumbai The Hidden Tunnels of Mumbai: First Underground Metro Ride| Mumbai Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, is a rapid transit line connecting key locations in Mumbai. As of October 5, 2024, Phase 1 of the Aqua Line became operational, covering a 12.69 km stretch from Aarey to Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC). Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line) is a significant addition to the city's public transportation system. Here are some key details: Length: The line spans 33.5 km (20.8 mi). Type: It is Mumbai Metro's first underground line, with 27 underground stations and 1 at-grade station. Route: The line will connect Navy Nagar (in the far south of Mumbai) to Aarey Depot (in the north-central part of the city). Connections: The line will integrate with other metro lines, monorail, suburban rail, inter-city rail, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. It will also provide better connectivity to key areas such as Bandra, BKC, Dadar, and Churchgate. Benefits: Line 3 is designed to reduce road congestion and ease the load on the Western Line between Bandra and Churchgate. The line is expected to improve connectivity across various parts of Mumbai, making commuting faster and more efficient, especially for long-distance travelers. This project is part of the city's ongoing efforts to modernize public transportation and reduce traffic congestion, with a focus on sustainable and eco-friendly transit options. Phase 1 (Opened on October 5, 2024): Aarey JVLR (At-Grade) Connections: Line 6 (Under Construction) SEEPZ (Underground) Connections: None MIDC - Andheri (Underground) Connections: None Marol Naka (Underground) Connections: Line 1 CSMI Airport - T2 (Underground) Connections: Line 7 (Under Construction), Line 8 (Proposed) Sahar Road (Underground) Connections: None CSMI Airport - T1 (Underground) Connections: None Santacruz Metro (Underground) Connections: None Bandra Colony (Underground) Connections: None Bandra - Kurla Complex (BKC) (Underground) Connections: Line 2 (Under Construction) Phase 2: Dharavi (Underground) Connections: None Shitladevi Temple (Underground) Connections: None Dadar (Underground) Connections: Western Line, Central Line, Indian Railways Siddhivinayak Temple (Underground) Connections: None Worli (Underground) Connections: None Acharya Atrey Chowk (Underground) Connections: None Phase 3 : Science Museum (Underground) Connections: None Mahalaxmi (Underground) Connections: Western Line, Monorail Mumbai Central (Underground) Connections: Western Line, Indian Railways Grant Road (Underground) Connections: Western Line Girgaon (Underground) Connections: None Kalbadevi (Underground) Connections: None Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) (Underground) Connections: Central Line, Harbour Line, Line 11 (Planned) Hutatma Chowk (Underground) Connections: None Churchgate (Underground) Connections: Western Line Vidhan Bhavan (Underground) Connections: None Cuffe Parade (Underground) Connections: None Proposed Station: Navy Nagar (Underground) Connections: None As per the notification, services will be operated from 6.30 a.m. to 10.30 p.m. between Monday and Saturday, and from 8.30 am to 10.30 pm on Sundays. The minimum fare for a ride on the Metro line is ₹10 and maximum ₹50, as per the MMRC. Passengers can book tickets using the NCMC (National Common Mobility Card), Mumbai Metro 3 mobile app, and ticket vending machines, among other means.