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The Thane Integral Ring Metro project has been placed under direct monitoring of the Prime Minister’s Office through the PRAGATI platform to improve execution and resolve delays. A recent review involving central, state and local authorities assessed progress, with another review scheduled for April 29. The 29-km corridor, estimated at around INR 12,000–12,200 crore, aims to improve intra-city connectivity and reduce road congestion. While construction activity has started in parts, concerns related to environmental impact, alignment changes and lack of public consultation continue to be raised by residents and political groups.
The Thane Integral Ring Metro project is now being monitored directly by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), bringing it under the Centre’s PRAGATI platform for closer tracking of progress and faster resolution of issues. This step places the project among key infrastructure developments that require regular review at the highest level. Advertisement
A review meeting was held in the past week with participation from Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MahaMetro), Thane Municipal Corporation, district officials and senior state authorities. Officials indicated that the project’s progress will be reviewed again on April 29 as part of the PMO-led monitoring process, which is expected to push coordination between agencies and reduce execution delays.
The proposed metro is a 29-km circular corridor with 22 stations planned across Thane. It includes a 2.3-km underground section, while the remaining stretch will be elevated. The project cost is estimated at around INR 12,000–12,200 crore, with funding support from both central and state governments. MahaMetro is the implementing agency and has already initiated multiple pre-construction and tendering activities.
The corridor is expected to connect key residential hubs, commercial areas and the Thane railway station, which currently faces heavy passenger load. It will also integrate with upcoming Metro Lines 4 and 5, improving regional connectivity across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The project is seen as important for reducing dependence on road transport, especially in areas where traffic congestion has increased due to rapid urban growth.
On the execution front, a general consultant has been appointed to oversee design validation, construction supervision and contract management. Civil work has started in select stretches, including Ghodbunder Road, and tenders have been floated for several station packages and system components. These steps indicate that the project is moving from planning to early-stage construction.
At the same time, concerns have been raised by local residents and political groups. Objections have focused on the project’s cost, environmental impact and possible disruption during construction. Residents in areas such as Hiranandani Estate have pointed out that alignment changes and station repositioning were introduced without adequate consultation. Authorities have clarified that some route modifications were necessary to improve integration with existing infrastructure and road networks.
Urban planners have also highlighted the need for clearer communication, especially in densely populated areas where even minor alignment shifts can impact daily movement and local development patterns. The project has seen some revisions in alignment and station planning over time, which officials say are aimed at improving long-term efficiency.
The Thane Ring Metro project had received approval from the Union Cabinet earlier and is targeted for completion by 2029. Once operational, it is expected to handle a significant share of daily intra-city travel demand and improve last-mile connectivity, which remains a challenge in Thane’s current transport system.
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