Mumbai's Metro Boost: 3 New Lines Launching in 2026 to Ease Traffic Congestion

• Four crucial metro lines (2B, 4, 4A, 9) in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) are expected to become operational in 2026.
• Metro 2B, connecting Andheri West to Mandale, Mankhurd, will significantly reduce traffic in western suburbs like Andheri, Jogeshwari, and Goregaon.
• Metro 4 and 4A, running from Wadala to Thane, Kasarvadavali, and Gaimukh, will benefit Thane and eastern suburbs, with the first phase opening by March 2026.
• Metro 9, linking Dahisar to Bhayandar, is in the final stages of safety certification and is expected to become operational soon.
• These new lines, though delayed from their original 2025 target, promise faster, easier, and more comfortable commutes for millions of Mumbaikars.

Why It Matters: Mumbai's new metro lines (2B, 4, 4A, 9) will significantly reduce traffic and improve commute by 2026.