Overview
- The Research Designs and Standards Organisation granted mandatory certification for Phase 1 (Gaimukh–Cadbury Junction) on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, after a roughly 209-day technical review.
- With RDSO approval in hand, MMRDA is preparing to submit an application to the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety for statutory inspection and final clearance before any passenger services can begin.
- Officials are projecting a phased, limited start of services in November 2026 between Gaimukh and Cadbury Junction, but they say that date depends on the CMRS process, remaining station finishing work and monsoon-related slowdowns.
- The Mogharpada car shed is not expected to be ready before initial operations so MMRDA plans temporary maintenance arrangements that could constrain early service frequency and scaling.
- Public frustration has grown because trial rakes remain parked and dust-covered on the elevated corridor and a February parapet slab collapse that killed one worker delayed supporting works and safety checks.