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Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet: 3 New Corridors, 16.1 km, ₹12,015 Crore

Union Cabinet approved Delhi Metro Phase V-A: 3 corridors, 13 stations, 16.1 km at ₹12,015 crore cost.

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  • Union Cabinet approved Phase V-A of Delhi Metro with three new corridors, 13 stations (10 underground, 3 elevated), 16.076 km at ₹12,014.91 crore.
  • Corridors: Lajpat Nagar-Saket G-Block (5.6 km), Inderlok-Indraprastha (8.3 km), Tughlakabad-Terminal-1 IGI Airport (2.2 km).
  • Total Delhi Metro network reaches over 430 km, one of the world's largest metro systems.
  • Scheduled for completion by 2030; aims to reduce vehicular traffic and improve airport connectivity.

The Union Cabinet approved Phase V-A of the Delhi Metro Rail Project, adding three new corridors with 13 stations (10 underground, 3 elevated) spanning 16.076 km at an estimated cost of ₹12,014.91 crore. The three corridors are: Lajpat Nagar to Saket G-Block (5.6 km), Inderlok to Indraprastha (8.3 km), and Tughlakabad to Terminal-1 IGI Airport (2.2 km).

The approval brings the total operational and under-construction Delhi Metro network to over 430 km, making it one of the largest metro systems in the world. The PAIMANA dashboard lists the target date of completion as 31 December 2028. Phase V-A aims to reduce vehicular traffic on key arterial roads and improve last-mile connectivity to IGI Airport from South Delhi.

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1 What is the **Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet** and why was it introduced?

The Union Cabinet approved Phase V-A of the Delhi Metro Rail Project, adding three new corridors with 13 stations (10 underground, 3 elevated) spanning 16.076 km at an estimated cost of ₹12,014.91 crore. The three corridors are: Lajpat Nagar to Saket G-Block (5.6 km), Inderlok to Indraprastha (8.3 km), and Tughlakabad to Terminal-1 IGI Airport (2

2 What are the key provisions of the **Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet**?

Union Cabinet approved Phase V-A of Delhi Metro with three new corridors, 13 stations (10 underground, 3 elevated), 16.076 km at ₹12,014.91 crore. Corridors: Lajpat Nagar-Saket G-Block (5.6 km), Inderlok-Indraprastha (8.3 km), Tughlakabad-Terminal-1 IGI Airport (2.2 km). Total Delhi Metro network reaches over 430 km, one of the world's largest metro systems.

3 Which earlier law or scheme does **Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet** replace?

Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet replaces earlier legislation/scheme. Total Delhi Metro network reaches over 430 km, one of the world's largest metro systems.

4 Which ministry is responsible for implementing **Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet**?

the concerned Ministry is responsible. Scheduled for completion by 2030; aims to reduce vehicular traffic and improve airport connectivity.

5 What is the expected impact of **Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet** on India's development goals?

Scheduled for completion by 2030; aims to reduce vehicular traffic and improve airport connectivity.

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