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Mumbai Metro Line 2B (Yellow Line) is a 23.64-km elevated corridor connecting D.N. Nagar (Andheri West) to Mandale (Mankhurd East)
The Metro line 2B was to open in three stages. (File)
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) is likely to open the Chembur Metro station of Line 2B in April.
The decision has been taken to assess commuter response and improve connectivity at an early stage, according to reports.
About Mumbai Metro 2B
Mumbai Metro Line 2B (Yellow Line) is a 23.64 km elevated corridor connecting D.N. Nagar (Andheri West) to Mandale (Mankhurd East). Once fully operational, it will significantly improve east-west connectivity, linking the western suburbs with the eastern suburbs and major business districts like the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC).
Phase 2B of the Mumbai Metro Line-3 is a significant enhancement to Mumbai’s infrastructure!Metro connectivity is essential for a city’s growth. This project will have a positive impact on the lives of the people of Mumbai. https://t.co/aKmhc9RtUk pic.twitter.com/ing6Mb3xD4
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 8, 2025
What was the plan for inauguration?
The Metro line 2B was originally going to open in three stages – phase one (5.39-km stretch between Diamond Garden and Mandalay), phase two (Diamond Garden to Saraswat Nagar), and phase three (Saraswat Nagar to Andheri West) – for integration with Metro Line 2A. There are 20 elevated stations on this line.
Which are the stations?
ESIC Nagar, Prem Nagar, Indira Nagar, Nanavati Hospital, Khira Nagar, Saraswat Nagar, National College, Bandra Metro, Income Tax Office, ILFS, MTNL Metro, SG Barve Marg, Kurla East, Eastern Express Highway, Chembur, Diamond Garden, Shivaji Chowk, BSNL Metro, Mankhurd, Mandale Metro.
Project status
Phase 1 (Mandale to Diamond Garden): It is nearing operation, with final safety certifications being processed. Full completion is expected between 2026 and 2027.
The connectivity
It provides seamless transfers to:
Metro Line 1 at DN Nagar.
Metro Line 2A (Yellow Line extension) at D.N. Nagar.
Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line) at BKC.
Suburban Railway at Bandra, Kurla, and Mankhurd.
Mumbai Monorail at Chembur.
Scale and Design:Spread over 30.45 hectares, the Mandale Depot is where scale meets innovation✅ Capacity to stable up to 72 eight-coach trains✅ 29 km of track network✅ An Integrated Double-Decker Stabling Facility-doubling capacity in the same footprint@DrSanMukherjee pic.twitter.com/xO5UZjDZcJ
— MMRDA (@MMRDAOfficial) November 13, 2025
The Mandale depot
The Mandale Depot for Mumbai Metro Line 2B is Asia’s largest and first elevated Metro facility.
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority’s (MMRDA) state-of-the-art depot, built on 30.45 hectares, features advanced technology, future-ready facilities, and eco-friendly amenities. The car shed can accommodate 72 Metro trains at once. The huge structure is built on two levels, with space for 36 trains on each floor.
February 04, 2026, 16:39 IST
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