India, May 14 -- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday flagged off the trial run and technical inspection of Mumbai Metro Line 9 (Phase 1), connecting Kashigaon to Dahisar East. Accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde, the CM also carried out a detailed inspection of the route.

Calling it a milestone for the region, Fadnavis stated that the new line will greatly benefit commuters in Mira-Bhayandar and reduce road congestion. Highlighting a significant innovation, he announced that for the first time in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, a double-decker bridge-carrying both metro and railway tracks-has been built to ease traffic and optimize space.

The 11.38 km Red Line 9 extends the Metro's re...