Magenta Line to Become Delhi Metro’s Longest Corridor at 89 km, Boosting Connectivity Across the Capital

New Delhi | 11 Feb 2026 The Delhi Metro’s Magenta Line is set to become the longest corridor in the network, stretching approximately 89 kilometres and featuring the highest number of interchange and underground stations, officials said. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced that this expansion will greatly strengthen connectivity across the national capital. Following the sanction of Phase V, the Magenta Line will be extended from Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha via Central Vista. Additionally, the Indraprastha–Inderlok corridor under Phase IV will be implemented as part of the Magenta Line, taking its total length from Botanical Garden to Inderlok to around 89 kilometres. DMRC said the entire corridor will operate as a driverless metro once completed. The expanded Magenta Line will feature 21 interchange stations, up from the current four operational interchanges at Kalkaji Mandir, Botanical Garden, Janakpuri West, and Hauz Khas. “An additional 17 interchange stations will come up under Phase IV and Phase V,” the DMRC said, including key stops like Terminal 1 IGI Airport, Central Secretariat, Indraprastha, New Delhi, and Inderlok. Central Secretariat, Azadpur, New Delhi, and Inderlok will serve as triple interchange stations, enhancing seamless transfers across the network. The corridor will have a total of 65 stations, of which 40 will be underground. Notable engineering landmarks include Haiderpur Badli Mor, set to be the highest-elevated metro station in the network at about 28.36 metres, while Hauz Khas remains the deepest underground station at approximately 29 metres. According to DMRC, the extensive interchange network is expected to reduce travel time, ease congestion on key routes, and provide smooth connectivity for commuters across Delhi. Magenta Line to Become Delhi Metro’s Longest Corridor at 89 km, Boosting Connectivity Across the Capital The Delhi Metro’s Magenta Line is set to become the longest corridor in the network, stretching around 89 kilometres. According to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), the line will have the highest number of interchange and underground stations, significantly improving connectivity across the city. “Once fully operational, the entire stretch will function as a driverless corridor,” the corporation said. The expansion will include the extension from Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha via Central Vista under Phase V. The Indraprastha–Inderlok corridor under Phase IV will also be part of the Magenta Line. After completion, the total length from Botanical Garden to Inderlok will be about 89 kilometres, making it Delhi Metro’s longest corridor. The Magenta Line will feature 21 interchange stations, up from the current four at Kalkaji Mandir, Botanical Garden, Janakpuri West, and Hauz Khas. DMRC said, “An additional 17 interchange stations will come up under Phase IV and Phase V,” including Terminal 1 IGI Airport, Central Secretariat, Indraprastha, New Delhi, and Inderlok. Four of these will be triple interchange stations, providing smoother connectivity across the metro network. The corridor will have a total of 65 stations, with 40 underground. Haiderpur Badli Mor will be the highest-elevated station at 28.36 metres, while Hauz Khas remains the deepest underground station at around 29 metres. DMRC added that the new stretch will help reduce travel time, ease congestion, and provide commuters with seamless travel across Delhi.