Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two new metro corridors in Delhi, marking the completion of India’s first fully operational Ring Metro and further expanding the capital’s rapid transit network.
The projects form part of a larger infrastructure push in the city, with total investments of approximately ₹33,500 crore, including ₹18,300 crore worth of Delhi Metro expansions.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the new metro links will significantly improve daily commuting, reduce road congestion, and contribute to lowering pollution levels in the national capital.
Pink Line Completion Creates India’s First Ring Metro
The highlight of the inauguration was the Majlis Park–Maujpur–Babarpur stretch of the Pink Line, a 12.3-km elevated corridor developed by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation.
With this addition, the Delhi Metro Pink Line now spans 71.56 km, forming a complete circular alignment around the city — effectively creating India’s first operational Ring Metro system.
Stations on the newly opened stretch
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Majlis Park
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Burari
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Jharoda Majra
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Jagatpur–Wazirabad
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Soorghat
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Nanaksar–Sonia Vihar
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Khajuri Khas
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Bhajanpura
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Yamuna Vihar
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Maujpur–Babarpur
The corridor significantly strengthens connectivity between North-West and North-East Delhi, areas that previously had limited metro access.
Magenta Line Extension Also Inaugurated
Alongside the Pink Line stretch, the Prime Minister also inaugurated the Deepali Chowk–Majlis Park section of the Magenta Line, spanning 9.9 km.
The extension improves connectivity for several residential and commercial areas, including:
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Madhuban Chowk
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Haiderpur Badli Mor
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Bhalaswa
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Majlis Park
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Burari
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Yamuna Vihar
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Khajuri Khas
The corridor is expected to reduce travel time and enhance connectivity across northern parts of Delhi.
Phase V-A Expansion Announced
During the event, the Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone for three new corridors under Delhi Metro Phase V-A, covering a total length of 16.10 km.
These upcoming projects are expected to further strengthen regional connectivity within the National Capital Region (NCR), improving access for commuters travelling from nearby cities such as Noida and Faridabad while also enhancing connectivity to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Boost to Sustainable Urban Mobility
Officials said the expansion of Delhi’s metro network will:
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Reduce dependence on road transport
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Ease traffic congestion
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Improve air quality
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Provide faster and more reliable commuting options
With the completion of the Pink Line ring corridor, Delhi joins a select group of global cities operating circular metro lines designed to distribute passenger flows across multiple radial routes.
