New Delhi is set to witness a historic transport upgrade this weekend. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the final section of the Pink Line on Sunday, March 8, 2026. This 12.3-km stretch between Majlis Park and Maujpur-Babarpur will complete the circle, making the Pink Line India’s first fully operational Ring Metro. The official ceremony will take place at DDA Utsav Sthal-3.
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What are the key features of the new Ring Metro?
The completion of this section connects the entire loop of the Pink Line, which now spans 71.56 km. This new corridor includes 10 stations, eight of which are elevated. With the ring now complete, the line offers 11 interchange stations, allowing passengers to switch to every other major Delhi Metro line without entering the busy central zones.
One of the standout engineering feats on this line is a double-decker viaduct where the metro track runs above a road flyover. Additionally, the project includes the fifth metro bridge over the Yamuna river. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that this expansion will reduce road congestion significantly and help in the vision of a developed Delhi.
Ticket Prices and Smart Card Discounts
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has kept the fare structure commuter-friendly for this expanded network. Commuters using the Ring Metro can plan their travel based on the following rates:
- Minimum Fare: ₹11 for distances up to 2 km.
- Maximum Fare: ₹64 for journeys exceeding 32 km.
- Sunday/Holiday Fares: Special rates ranging from ₹11 to ₹54.
- Smart Card Benefits: A standard 10% discount applies to every trip. An extra 10% off is available during off-peak hours (before 8 AM, 12 PM–5 PM, and after 9 PM).
Alongside the inauguration, the Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone for three new corridors under Delhi Metro Phase-V (A). The total investment for these infrastructure upgrades stands at approximately ₹18,300 crore.
