The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has issued a tender for the long-delayed Metro Line 12, which will connect Kalyan and Taloja. The project, worth ₹5,494 crore, will begin as soon as possible, according to an official statement from MMRDA. The first tender is for the appointment of a consultant, with further tenders for other work to be issued soon. The scope of work for the consultant includes the detailed design for architectural and building services, including electrical, mechanical, and civil works for the depot, stations, staff quarters, operation control center, and auxiliary structures for Metro Line 12. The Mumbai Metro Line 12 will cover 20.07 km and will be fully elevated with 17 stations. The Japan International Cooperation Agency is the funding agency for the project, which is expected to be completed by October 2025. Once operational, the Metro Line 12 is expected to carry a ridership of 1.92 lakh by 2031 and have a Peak Hour Peak Direction Traffic of 9,156. The line will have interchanges at APMC Market Kalyan (Metro Line 5) and Taloja (Navi Mumbai Metro).
