Mumbai Metro Line 5: Kasheli Depot Records 23% Construction Progress

Mumbai, 22nd July 2026: Construction of the Kasheli Depot, the key operations and maintenance hub for Mumbai Metro Line 5, has reached 23 per cent physical progress, marking a significant milestone in the development of the 32-km Thane–Bhiwandi–Kalyan–Ulhasnagar Metro corridor.

Located near the Kasheli Toll Plaza, the depot is being developed to support the operation, maintenance and stabling of Metro Line 5. Once completed, it will accommodate around 30 metro trainsets and include inspection bays, workshop lines, a test track, a Depot Control Centre, administrative buildings, staff quarters, utility infrastructure and advanced maintenance facilities.

To ensure long-term structural stability, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has partnered with IIT Bombay to implement advanced ground improvement techniques. Temporary inspection, testing and commissioning facilities are also being established to support the phased rollout and operational readiness of the metro corridor.

Highlighting the project’s progress, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the Kasheli Depot reflects Maharashtra’s commitment to building modern and reliable public transport infrastructure.

“The Kasheli Depot reflects Maharashtra’s commitment to building modern and reliable public transport infrastructure. Metro Line 5 will strengthen connectivity across Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan and Ulhasnagar while advancing our vision of a developed, well-connected Maharashtra,” Fadnavis said.

Deputy Chief Minister and MMRDA Chairman Eknath Shinde said the depot would play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of Metro Line 5.

“The Kasheli Depot will be central to the safe and efficient operation of Metro Line 5. Its steady progress brings the Mumbai Metropolitan Region closer to faster, reliable and high-capacity public transport connectivity,” Shinde said.

Once completed, the depot is expected to serve as the technical backbone of Metro Line 5, enabling safe, reliable and efficient metro services across Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan and Ulhasnagar, while strengthening public transport connectivity in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.