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aqua line news

Long stairs, poor last-mile links hamper Metro 3 access: Study

The study found that while lifts and escalators are generally operational on the Aqua Line, accessibility could be improved through better planning of vertical mobility and clearer wayfinding. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Jul 09, 2026 11:59 pm IST

After three-month blackout, mobile signals return to Metro 3’s Aqua Line

After three-month blackout, mobile signals return to Metro 3’s Aqua Line
Published on Jun 11, 2026 07:22 am IST

Mobile connectivity on Aqua Line to return soon as MMRC issues letter to 3 telcos

In March this year, the metro rail authority terminated its contract with IBS provider Aces India as it could not on-board at least three telecom service providers, leading to mobile and internet blackout across the rout (HT Photo)
Published on May 23, 2026 04:54 am IST

Mumbai metro Aqua line faces two technical glitches, services disrupted

The first disruption occurred around 8:30 am, during the morning rush hour, when the signalling and telecommunication system of Mumbai Metro 3 malfunctioned (wikipedia/ Representative photo)
Published on May 23, 2026 11:59 am IST

Noida Metro issues tender to select agency for 2 corridors

Officials said the Botanical Garden-Sector 142 corridor will have eight elevated stations and is estimated to cost 2,254.35 crore. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Updated on May 15, 2026 03:03 am IST

NMRC to issue tenders for Aqua Line extension next month

NMRC officials said tenders to hire developers will be issued next month and it will also hire a general consultant (GC) for the two projects. (HT archive)
Published on May 02, 2026 04:48 am IST

Tender for mobile network on Aqua Line draws a blank; MMRCL to seek advice from central, state govts

From ticketing to exiting the station, the 33.5 km journey takes about 55 minutes, and commuters on this route lack cellular network access (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 28, 2026 05:14 am IST

For Aqua Line, can’t arbitrarily provide license to one telco: MMRC

MMRC terminated its contract with ACES India, the firm which had installed and operated infrastructure for mobile connectivity on the Aqua Line, as it could not meet the key requirement of on-boarding at least three telecom service providers (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Apr 15, 2026 06:20 am IST

Metro woman is front-runner for the position of BMC chief

Ashwini Bhide (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2026 07:06 am IST

Metro 3 scouts for another communications agency for mobile connectivity

Mumbai, India. Sep 24, 2024: First look at newly constructed Metro Line 3, also known as the Aqua Line, ahead of the inauguration of Mumbai's first underground Metro. Mumbai, India. Sep 24, 2024. (Photo by Raju Shinde/HT Photo) (Hindustan Times)
Published on Mar 22, 2026 05:06 am IST

Mobile, internet blackout looms over Aqua Line as MMRCL junks contract with infra firm

Despite the passage of nearly five months since the entire Aqua Line became operational, mobile and internet connectivity on the route has been non-existent or choppy (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Mar 20, 2026 05:36 am IST

Illegal borewell drill breaches Metro 3 tunnel

Illegal borewell drill breaches Metro 3 tunnel
Published on Mar 19, 2026 05:32 am IST

Metro Aqua Line tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell digging in South Mumbai

Metro Aqua Line tunnel damaged due to unauthorised borewell digging in South Mumbai
Published on Mar 18, 2026 10:33 pm IST

Soni Razdan reviews Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line after her first-ever ride

Soni Razdan shared pictures from her metro ride.
Updated on Mar 13, 2026 11:16 am IST

Metro 3 last-mile bus plan hits a speed bump as services halved after failing to attract enough riders

Metro 3 last-mile bus plan hits a speed bump as services halved after failing to attract enough riders
Published on Mar 09, 2026 12:01 am IST

Noida Metro's Aqua Line extended till Sector 142, work to begin shortly

A view of the Metro Aqua Line at Sector 51, Noida. (Sunil Ghosh/ HT Photo)
Updated on Feb 15, 2026 07:01 am IST

Mumbai Metro Line 3: MMRC makes approval mandatory for construction within 50 m

Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) has urged all landlords and housing societies within a 50-metre influence zone on either side of the alignment to seek its approval before undertaking redevelopment. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Updated on Dec 04, 2025 08:31 am IST

Two new subways to connect Aqua Line with racecourse, bullet train stn

The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL) operates the fully underground Metro 3, also known as the Aqua Line (Hindustan Times)
Published on Nov 17, 2025 04:54 am IST

Pune Metro to appoint a consultant to prepare feeder bus enhancement plan

At present, the PMPML operates 38 feeder buses on various metro routes. (HT FILE)
Published on Nov 08, 2025 03:12 am IST

Scroll at your own cost: Mumbai’s Aqua Line trains still have no internet

Internet is available in the concourse area of the stations but there is no range inside the trains. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Updated on Oct 24, 2025 11:59 pm IST

Mumbai metro line-3 introduces free wifi, whatsapp ticketing for commuters

Mumbai metro line-3 launches free wifi and whatsapp ticketing for commuters
Updated on Oct 16, 2025 07:24 pm IST

Mumbai Metro Line 3 gets WhatsApp-based ticketing service, here's how it works

A view of the Mumbai Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line).
Published on Oct 14, 2025 06:04 pm IST

Metro 3 ridership spikes to 159.1k; drop in passengers taking buses, share taxis in SoBo

Mumbai, India - Oct. 10, 2025:Commuters stand in queue for security checks during evening rush hour, after the launch of Metro 3 Aqua Line which is fully operational from Cuffe Parade to Aarey JVLR, at Vidhan Bhavan in Mumbai, India, on Friday, October 10, 2025. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times) (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Oct 13, 2025 12:06 am IST

Aqua Line ridership up nearly 3x to 156.4k on Day 1 of SoBo operations

Mumbai, India - Oct. 9, 2025: Commuters traveling on first day of Metro 3 Aqua Line which is fully operational from Cuffe Parade to Aarey JVLR at CSMT station in Mumbai, India, on Thursday, October 9, 2025. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/Hindustan Times) (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)
Published on Oct 10, 2025 05:48 am IST

Mumbai Metro Line 3 now operational | Check fares, timings and stations on route

A view of Phase 2B of the Mumbai Metro Line-3 (Aqua Line) stretching from Acharya Atre Chowk to Cuffe Parade,.
Published on Oct 10, 2025 05:59 am IST

Aqua Line to link old markets of SoBo with CBDs

Aqua Line to link old markets of SoBo with CBDs
Published on Oct 08, 2025 08:36 am IST

Glitch on Metro 3 ahead of Oct 8 milestone

Glitch on Metro 3 ahead of Oct 8 milestone
Published on Oct 04, 2025 06:04 am IST

NMRC launches DMRC’s QR code on its mobile app

The NMRC is yet to reveal exact date when the common QR code will become a reality. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Published on Sept 12, 2025 05:28 am IST

In a first, MMRC to promote line 3 through discounts and partnerships

In a first, MMRC to promote line 3 through discounts and partnerships
Published on Aug 11, 2025 04:22 am IST

Central government approves 2.6km Metro extension in Greater Noida

The last metro pillar near Noida Electronic City in Noida Sector 62. (Sunil Ghosh/HT Photo)
Published on Jul 26, 2025 11:59 am IST