Maharashtra Emerges as a Leader in Metro and Maritime Infrastructure Development, ETInfra


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In October, one of the most ambitious metro networks – Mumbai Metro’s Aqua Line (Line 3) – became operational, a 33.5 km long completely underground line connecting Cuffe Parade to Aarey. Maharashtra has emerged as the leading state where extensive metro networks are being developed in various major cities.

Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited or Maha Metro, which looks after the development of metro network in Pune, Nagpur and Thane, has recently awarded a contract for the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of critical systems for Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) – Nigdi Elevated Extension of Pune Metro to Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, highlighting that Maharashtra is the next growth opportunity for metro and rail engineering companies. Read the story here.


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Stay tuned for more details! We’ll be back next week with exclusive insights, expert views and key developments shaping India’s infrastructure landscape. Until then, keep creating!

  • Published on November 2, 2025 at 06:09 pm IST

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