The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is set to expand the Magenta Line with a significant 9.913 km underground extension. This new section will connect Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Inderprastha, covering vital areas of the city. The central government has approved this project under Phase 5A, aiming to reduce traffic congestion in the Central Vista area by 30-40%.

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List of New Stations and Route

This entire stretch will be underground and includes nine new stations. It serves key government and historical locations. The route starts at Ramakrishna Ashram Marg and ends at Inderprastha, benefiting nearly 60,000 government employees daily.

  • Ramakrishna Ashram Marg (Interchange with Blue Line)
  • Shivaji Stadium (Interchange with Airport Express)
  • Central Secretariat (Interchange with Yellow/Violet Lines)
  • Kartavya Bhawan
  • India Gate
  • War Memorial-High Court
  • Baroda House
  • Bharat Mandapam
  • Inderprastha (Interchange with Blue Line)

Budget and Completion Date

The project has a deadline of 2028-2029 for completion. The estimated cost for this specific extension is roughly ₹9,570.4 crore. Tenders for civil construction were opened in November 2025, with submissions closing in January 2026. This line will use the same Driverless (GOA4) technology currently operational on the Magenta Line, ensuring modern and efficient travel for commuters.

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