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PM Modi Inaugurates Two New Delhi Metro Corridors, Lays Foundation for Three More
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🗓 17 Sep 2026, 11:46 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two new Delhi Metro corridors today and laid the foundation stone for three additional lines, marking a significant expansion of the capital's rapid transit network.
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two new Delhi Metro corridors in the capital, a move that is expected to improve connectivity across the city.
The inauguration was part of the ongoing expansion of Delhi Metro’s Phase 6, which aims to extend rapid transit coverage to underserved areas.
In addition to the openings, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for three more corridors, signalling a continued commitment to expanding the metro network.
The new corridors are expected to reduce travel time for commuters and ease traffic congestion in key parts of Delhi.
The expansion underscores the government’s focus on sustainable urban mobility and reducing reliance on private vehicles.
The inauguration was part of the ongoing expansion of Delhi Metro’s Phase 6, which aims to extend rapid transit coverage to underserved areas.
In addition to the openings, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for three more corridors, signalling a continued commitment to expanding the metro network.
The new corridors are expected to reduce travel time for commuters and ease traffic congestion in key parts of Delhi.
The expansion underscores the government’s focus on sustainable urban mobility and reducing reliance on private vehicles.