Mumbai: The proposed April 3 inauguration of the first phase of Metro Line 9 between Kashigaon and Dahisar, along with the Phase I opening of Metro Line 2B, the bhoomipujan of the BKC pod taxi project and the launch of tunnel-boring machines (TBMs) for the Thane-Borivli tunnel, has been postponed.According to sources, all inaugurations and associated events lined up for April 3 have been cancelled, with revised dates are likely to be announced shortly. The programmes are now expected to be held on April 5 or 6, subject to final confirmation from the state leadership.Sources said senior leaders, who were expected to attend the Mumbai events, are tied up with political meetings in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, leading to the postponement.The 4.5-km Metro 9 stretch between Dahisar and Kashigaon completed trials and key safety clearances. Once opened, commuters from Mira Road will get direct connectivity to Gundavli through seamless integration with Metro Line 7.The first phase includes four stations — Dahisar (East), Pandurang Wadi, Miragaon and Kashigaon — and is expected to significantly improve east-west connectivity for Mira-Bhayandar residents.The event was also slated to include the opening of the Golden Nest flyover, the Rs 1,016-crore pod taxi project in BKC, and the ceremonial TBM launch for the 11.8-km Thane-Borivli twin tunnel, which is expected to cut travel time to around 15 minutes.Officials said the projects are ready, and only the revised schedule is awaited.
