The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is expected to commence work on the proposed 39 km Metro Line 14, connecting Kanjurmarg to Badlapur.

Integrated into Mumbai’s expansive 337-km metro network plan, the line aims to enhance connectivity across the eastern suburbs and the wider metropolitan region. The route is split into two segments: an underground section from Kanjurmarg to Ghansoli, and an elevated portion extending from Ghansoli to Badlapur.

The corridor is expected to reduce road travel time by approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and serve an estimated 700,000 passengers daily. Milan Metro has submitted the draft Detailed Project Report (DPR) for Metro Line 14. The proposed alignment will feature a hybrid design—underground tracks from Kanjurmarg to Ghansoli, transitioning to elevated sections from Ghansoli to Badlapur—drawing inspiration from elements of Milan’s metro system. The new metro line is anticipated to greatly ease congestion on major roads that frequently suffer from prolonged traffic jams, especially during rush hours. Securing environmental and forest approvals will be essential, as the planned route runs close to ecologically sensitive areas like Parsik Hills and the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary.