Cabinet Approval for Noida Metro Aqua Line Extension
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. The extension will add 8.449 kilometers of elevated metro line with 5 new stations to the Noida Metro Rail Project. Upon operationalization, this extension will bring the total active Metro Rail Network in Noida and Greater Noida to 71.878 kilometers.
Route Details and Connectivity
The extension will provide direct connectivity to high-demand corridors and enable interchange with the Delhi Metro Blue Line at Noida Sector-61 station. The new corridor will seamlessly integrate key zones of Noida and Greater Noida, including major commercial hubs such as Gaur City Mall, H&S Mall, Blue Sapphire Mall, IKEA at Noida Sector-51, and Anthurium Mall at Noida Sector-73. It will also connect to major IT hubs including Tech Mahindra office and TCL Tech office at Noida Sector-60, Oil Industry Development Board at Noida Sector-73, and Golden I office and commercial space at Greater Noida Sector-04.
Social and Economic Infrastructure Connectivity
The extension will provide enhanced access to educational institutions including Delhi Public School at Noida Sector-122, critical healthcare facilities such as Kailash Hospital, Rama Hospital at Noida Sector-70, Cloud9 Hospital at Noida Sector-51, and Rama Hospital at Noida Sector-62. 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.
Expected Benefits
The project is expected to significantly improve public transportation in areas currently lacking efficient connectivity, reduce traffic congestion by providing an efficient alternative to road transport, and decrease carbon emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel-based transport. The enhanced connectivity is anticipated to stimulate economic activity, improve productivity through reduced travel times, and provide more equitable access to public transport across diverse socio-economic groups. The extension will also improve access to transportation hubs including Delhi's Airport, railway stations, and various bus depots.