{
  "id": 16079890,
  "title": "Thane Metro Line 4 Construction Gains Momentum, Services Likely To Begin By December",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/thane-metro-line-4-construction-gains-momentum-services-likely-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T16:22:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/thane-metro-line-4-construction-gains-momentum-services-likely-to-begin-by-december"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On October 22, 2026, commuters in Thane will benefit greatly from the advanced progress of Metro Line 4 construction. The initial phase, aimed at operational readiness by December 2026, is making swift headway. Metro coaches are being positioned on the tracks between Modella Naka and Teen Hath Naka, with installations expected to commence in the coming days near the Bharat Petroleum fuel station.\n\nThe Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has expedited operations to meet the ambitious deadline for the launch of the inaugural section. Traffic diversions for nighttime work have been granted by the Thane Traffic Police, allowing the movement and installation of heavy Metro equipment. These modifications are in effect from midnight to 5:00 am, beginning on October 21 and continuing through November 30. Additionally, an extra counter-flow lane has been created to ensure seamless traffic flow around Modella Naka.\n\nMetro Line 4, extending from Wadala in Mumbai to Gaimukh on Ghodbunder Road in Thane, promises to alleviate road congestion and offer respite to daily commuters struggling with overcrowded local train services. To explore exclusive and affordable property options in Mumbai and neighboring areas, visit https://budgetproperties.in/.",
  "summary": "Thane, October 22, 2026: Lakhs of daily commuters travelling between Thane and Mumbai are expected to get major relief soon, as work on Thane’s Metro Line 4 reaches an advanced stage. The initial phase of the project is targeted to become operational by the end of December 2026. Metro coaches being placed on tracks Preparations are underway to lower Metro coaches onto the tracks along the stretch…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}