Delhi Metro's Golden Line Tunnel Sets New Depth Record: 39 Meters Deep

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News18•28-01-2026, 08:00
Delhi Metro's Golden Line Tunnel Sets New Depth Record: 39 Meters Deep
- •The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has set a new depth record with the Golden Line tunnel, reaching 39 meters underground, surpassing Hauz Khas.
- •This achievement is part of Phase 4 expansion, with the deepest section located between Chhatarpur and IGNOU.
- •Engineers used high-precision Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) to navigate challenging rock layers, minimizing disturbance to densely populated areas and heritage structures.
- •The Delhi Metro network now spans over 390 km with 289 active stations, solidifying its position as one of the world's largest metro systems.
- •Social media users have raised concerns about safety and the completion timeline of the Golden Line (Phase 4) Aerocity-Tughlakabad corridor.
Why It Matters: Delhi Metro's Golden Line tunnel is now the deepest at 39 meters, marking a significant Phase 4 milestone.
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