Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Delhi on March 8, 2026, to dedicate several connectivity projects worth over ₹18,300 crore to the nation. The event is scheduled to take place at the DDA Ground on Burari Road near Sant Nirankari Mandal. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta recently inspected the venue to ensure smooth arrangements for the thousands of citizens expected to attend the public gathering. The Prime Minister is expected to address the crowd around 12:00 PM after the official ceremonies.
Which Metro corridors are being inaugurated and what is the Ring Metro?
The Prime Minister will inaugurate two major Phase 4 extensions that significantly enhance Delhi’s public transport network. A major highlight is the completion of the Pink Line extension from Majlis Park to Maujpur-Babarpur, which officially creates India’s first Ring Metro. This 71.56 km loop allows passengers to travel around the city without passing through congested central interchange hubs. Additionally, the Magenta Line extension from Deepali Chowk to Majlis Park will be opened for public use.
| Metro Line | Stretch Name | Distance | New Stations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Line (Inauguration) | Majlis Park to Maujpur | 12.3 km | Burari, Jharoda Majra, Jagatpur, Khajuri Khas, Bhajanpura, Yamuna Vihar |
| Magenta Line (Inauguration) | Deepali Chowk to Majlis Park | 9.92 km | Madhuban Chowk, Prashant Vihar, Haiderpur Badli Mor, Bhalswa |
| Central Vista (Foundation) | RK Ashram to Indraprastha | 9.91 km | Underground Corridor |
What are the new Phase 5A projects and impact on commuters?
Apart from the inaugurations, the foundation stones for Phase 5A projects will be laid during the event. These include the Central Vista Corridor and the expansion of the Golden Line. The Golden Line extension is designed to provide residents from Noida and Faridabad with a more direct route to IGI Airport Terminal-1. These projects aim to de-congest North and East Delhi roads by shifting a massive volume of traffic to the metro rail. The Prime Minister will also hand over keys to women allottees for the newly redeveloped Sarojini Nagar GPRA flats as part of a housing initiative.
- The total investment for these metro connectivity boosts exceeds ₹18,300 crore.
- The Magenta Line extension features an engineering milestone with a height of 28.36 meters.
- New Golden Line extensions will connect Aerocity to Terminal-1 and Tughlakabad to Kalindi Kunj.
- Standard Delhi Metro fare rules apply with slabs ranging from ₹20 to ₹80.
