The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of the Aqua Line Metro Rail Corridor from Noida Sector-51 to Greater Noida Sector-04, adding 8.449 kilometers of new elevated track with 5 stations. This expansion will bring the total active Metro Rail Network in Noida and Greater Noida to 71.878 kilometers.
The extension will significantly enhance connectivity to key commercial hubs including Gaur City Mall, H&S Mall, Blue Sapphire Mall, IKEA at Noida Sector-51, and Anthurium Mall at Noida Sector-73. It will also serve major IT hubs and offices such as Tech Mahindra office, TCL Tech office at Noida Sector-60, Oil Industry Development Board at Noida Sector-73, and Golden I office at Greater Noida Sector-04.
Critical healthcare facilities including Kailash Hospital, Rama Hospital at Noida Sector-70, Cloud9 Hospital at Noida Sector-51, and Rama Hospital at Noida Sector-62 will gain metro access. Educational institutes such as Delhi Public School at Noida Sector-122 and major residential societies including Cleo County Residencies at Noida Sector-122 and Gaur City 1 & 2 at Greater Noida Sector-04 will also benefit from the improved connectivity.
The project is expected to reduce traffic congestion by providing efficient alternate road transport, leading to smoother vehicle movement, reduced travel time, and increased road safety. Environmental benefits include significant reduction in carbon emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel-based transport. Economic growth is anticipated through reduced travel times, improved access to different parts of the city and transportation hubs including Delhi's Airport, railway stations, and bus depots, which may enhance productivity and stimulate local businesses near new metro stations.