Delhi Metro Expands: Cabinet Clears Phase V(A) for Central Vista, Airport Boost

• Union Cabinet approves Delhi Metro Phase V(A) with three new corridors, spanning 16.076 km at Rs 12,014.91 crore.
• RK Ashram Marg to Indraprastha corridor connects Central Vista, benefiting 60,000 office-goers and 200,000 daily visitors.
• New extensions (Aerocity to Airport T1, Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj) improve airport access from South Delhi.
• Project aims to enhance "ease of living," reduce congestion, and save 33,000 tonnes of CO2 annually.
• Expected completion within three years, funded by GoI, GoD, and international agencies.

Why It Matters: Delhi Metro's Phase V(A) expansion boosts connectivity to Central Vista, airport, and South Delhi, enhancing urban mobility.