Kalyan-Dombivli Metro Work: Demand to Halt Operations During Board Exams

• Citizens in Kalyan and Dombivli are demanding a temporary halt to metro and road construction work from February 20 to March 18, 2026.
• The demand is to prevent disruption for 10th and 12th standard students appearing for crucial board examinations.
• Ongoing metro and road works, including on Shilphata Road and Kalyan-Murbad route, cause significant traffic congestion.
• The Dombivli Rickshaw Driver-Owner Association fears students will face delays and stress, potentially impacting their academic performance.
• Datta Malekar and Kishor Sorkhade of the association have submitted a representation to MMRDA and other officials.