Thane-Kalyan-Ulhasnagar Metro Line 5A Extension: Route, Cost, Impact Explained

• MMRDA begins groundwork for Metro Line 5A extension to Kalyan and Ulhasnagar, aiming to ease traffic and suburban railway pressure.
• The 11.829 km elevated corridor's Detailed Project Report (DPR) is finalized and awaits Maharashtra government approval in April.
• The extension, costing Rs 4,063.08 crore, will branch from Kon Gaon, featuring stations like Durgadi, Khadakpada, and Bhoirwadi.
• It includes a Kalyan spur connecting to Metro Line 12 and an Ulhasnagar spur, utilizing the Kasheli car shed.
• Project faces challenges including acquisition of 16,268 sq m government and 1,738 sq m private land, plus environmental clearances.