The Union Cabinet on November 11, 2026, approved an 8.449-kilometre extension of the Noida Metro Rail Corporation’s Aqua Line, connecting Noida Sector 51 with Greater Noida Sector 4. The project is estimated to cost ₹2,390 crore and will have five elevated stations.
The approval is significant for residents of Noida and Greater Noida West, who have long sought improved public transport connectivity. The Cabinet decision was announced after a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Route and station details
The approved corridor will run from Noida Sector 51 to Greater Noida Sector 4. According to the government’s announcement, the 8.449-km stretch will have five elevated stations. News reports identify the planned stations as Sector 61, Sector 70, Sector 122, Sector 123 and Greater Noida Sector 4.
An interchange facility at Noida Sector 61 is planned to connect commuters with the Delhi Metro Blue Line. Once operational, the combined active metro network in Noida and Greater Noida is expected to reach 71.878 kilometres.
Project cost and timeline
The estimated project cost is ₹2,390 crore. The government’s Cabinet announcement confirms the route length and number of stations; media reports have described a four-year completion period. Construction and commissioning schedules will depend on subsequent implementation and project milestones.
What it means for commuters
- Better connectivity between Noida and Greater Noida West.
- Planned Blue Line interchange at Sector 61.
- Improved access to residential areas, offices, schools, hospitals and commercial hubs.
- Potential reduction in road congestion and dependence on private vehicles.
The Cabinet approval is an important step, but commuters should not treat the line as operational yet. The project must move through detailed implementation, construction and safety approvals before passenger services begin.
Sources
Press Information Bureau: Cabinet approval and official project details | Business Standard | The Indian Express
