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The long wait for direct metro connectivity in Greater Noida West is finally coming to an end. The Union Cabinet on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, approved the extension of the Noida Metro’s Aqua Line.
The 8.449-km elevated corridor will run from Noida Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4, with five new stations. The project will cost Rs 2,390 crore and is targeted for completion in four years.
Aqua Line Extension at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | Aqua Line extension, Noida Sector 51 → Greater Noida Sector 4 |
| Length | 8.449 km (elevated corridor) |
| New stations | 5 (all elevated) |
| Cost | Rs 2,390 crore |
| Approved by | Union Cabinet, 11 November 2026 |
| Completion target | 4 years |
| Delhi Metro link | Interchange with the Blue Line at Noida Sector 61 |
Which Five Stations Will the New Corridor Have?
According to news reports, the five new stations will be:
| Station | Note |
|---|---|
| Noida Sector 61 | Interchange with Delhi Metro’s Blue Line |
| Noida Sector 70 | Serves residential areas |
| Noida Sector 122 | Near IT parks and offices |
| Noida Sector 123 | Near residential societies |
| Greater Noida Sector 4 | Near Kisan Chowk; the corridor’s terminal station |
Station names are as reported in the news; check the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) announcement for the official station list.
How Will the Delhi Metro Link Change the Commute?
Today, Aqua Line passengers must use a skywalk from Sector 51 to the Delhi Metro’s Sector 52 station to change trains. After the extension, Sector 61 will offer a direct interchange with the Blue Line, giving passengers a straight ride towards Delhi and Dwarka.
That will save daily commuters in Greater Noida West a great deal of time, ease road congestion and reduce pressure on the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway.
What Will It Cost, and When Will It Be Ready?
The Cabinet meeting was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw briefed the media afterwards, announcing the Rs 2,390-crore project and the 8.5-km elevated corridor with five stations.
The Prime Minister also shared the decision, noting that the project is targeted for completion in four years. Once operational, Noida and Greater Noida will have 71.878 km of active metro rail network.
What Does It Mean for Haryana and NCR Commuters?
Thousands of people who live in Noida and Greater Noida work in Gurugram, Faridabad and Delhi. A direct Delhi Metro link will make their daily travel far easier.
It will also improve access to the fast-growing residential societies, IT parks, educational institutions and hospitals of Greater Noida West, and is expected to boost jobs and property prospects in the area.
What Already Exists?
The Aqua Line opened on 25 January 2019. It is a 29.7-km line with 21 stations, running from Noida Sector 51 to the Depot station in Greater Noida.
Separately, in February 2026 the Cabinet approved a different Aqua Line extension — from Noida Sector 142 to Botanical Garden, 11.56 km, Rs 2,254 crore, eight stations. Today’s decision covers a different corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long will the Aqua Line extension be?
An 8.449-km elevated corridor from Noida Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4.
2. How many new stations will it have?
Five new elevated stations — Sectors 61, 70, 122 and 123, and Greater Noida Sector 4.
3. Where will it connect with the Delhi Metro?
At Noida Sector 61, which will interchange with the Delhi Metro’s Blue Line.
4. What is the cost, and when will it be completed?
The project costs Rs 2,390 crore and is targeted for completion in four years.
5. How will commuters benefit?
Residents of Greater Noida West will get a direct Delhi Metro link, saving travel time and easing road congestion.
6. Where can I check the official details?
See the Cabinet decision on PIB (pib.gov.in). For the station list and construction schedule, watch for the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) announcement.
Note: Station names are as reported in the news; construction and tender dates have not yet been officially announced.
