Maharashtra plans 300-km Metro Expansion by 2030; State Network set to reach 683 km

Mumbai, India (Rail & Metro Today): The Maharashtra government has unveiled an ambitious plan to add around 300 km to the state’s operational metro network over the next three years, with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directing authorities to accelerate the completion of ongoing metro projects across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Pune and Nagpur.

The state currently has an operational metro network of around 174 km, while another 291 km is under construction. The government has set a target of bringing approximately 300 km of additional metro corridors into operation by 2029–30, significantly expanding the reach of mass rapid transit across Maharashtra.

Maharashtra Metro Network to Reach 683 Km

According to officials, another 130 km of metro projects are in the pipeline and awaiting approval from the state government. Around 87 km is expected to become operational during the current financial year, while a further 300 km is targeted for completion by 2029–30.

Once the operational, under-construction and planned projects are taken together, Maharashtra's total metro network is expected to reach approximately 683 km.

Of the planned 683-km network, approximately 428 km will be located in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, 170 km in Pune and 85 km in Nagpur.

The expansion is expected to substantially improve connectivity between residential, commercial and industrial areas while providing commuters with faster, safer and more sustainable alternatives to road transport.

₹2.81 Lakh Crore Infrastructure Projects Under Review

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviewed the progress of ongoing infrastructure projects worth approximately ₹2.81 lakh crore during a meeting of the state Cabinet's Infrastructure Committee.

He emphasised the need to complete the ongoing metro projects within the next three years and directed officials to closely monitor execution timelines.

The state government said the expansion of Metro Rail in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur and the wider MMR would strengthen safe, fast and environmentally sustainable public transportation while supporting the region's long-term urban growth.

State Outlines Funding Plan

The Maharashtra government plans to mobilise funding for the metro expansion through government and institutional contributions.

According to the proposed funding structure, around ₹27,216 crore will come from the Central Government, while the Maharashtra Government will contribute ₹50,250 crore.

A further ₹75,729 crore is expected to be contributed by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), local bodies and other planning authorities.

The funding strategy is aimed at ensuring that major metro projects across the state's key urban centres can progress without prolonged financial delays.

56 Stations to Open This Financial Year

As part of the accelerated expansion programme, the state expects 56 new metro stations to become operational during the current financial year.

A further 161 stations are planned to be commissioned by 2029–30, substantially increasing the accessibility of the metro network.

The planned expansion will also improve interchange opportunities between existing and upcoming metro corridors, allowing passengers to travel more efficiently across major urban centres.

Mira Gaon–Gaimukh Metro Line 10 Gets Push

The Infrastructure Committee also reviewed the proposed Metro Line 10 connecting Mira Gaon and Gaimukh in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The proposed corridor will be approximately 9.68 km long, featuring five stations and an estimated project cost of around ₹8,500 crore.

The elevated corridor is currently in the final stages of obtaining statutory approvals. Chief Minister Fadnavis has directed officials to complete the project within three years once the necessary approvals are secured.

Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur at the Centre of Expansion

The latest plan places Maharashtra among the states pursuing the most aggressive metro expansion programmes in India. The focus on the MMR, Pune and Nagpur reflects the growing demand for high-capacity public transport in the state's major metropolitan and industrial centres.

In the Mumbai region, the expanding metro network is expected to complement suburban rail and other mass-transit systems, while Pune's growing network will support connectivity between residential areas, IT hubs and industrial clusters. Nagpur, meanwhile, is also witnessing continued expansion of its Metro network.

If the government meets its 2029–30 targets, Maharashtra's metro network could expand from its current 174 km of operational lines to a significantly larger statewide system, strengthening the role of Metro Rail as a backbone of sustainable urban mobility.