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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Golden Line (Silver Line): Route, Stations & Latest Construction Update

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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Golden Line (Silver Line): Route, Stations & Latest Construction Update

The Delhi Metro Golden Line, earlier referred to as the Silver Line, is a key upcoming corridor of the Delhi Metro network under Phase-4 expansion. This corridor will span approximately 26 km, linking Tughlakabad with Delhi Aerocity, and will significantly improve connectivity between South Delhi and the Indira Gandhi International Airport.

Once operational, the line will integrate with several existing metro corridors, ensuring seamless travel across major residential, commercial, and transit hubs of the capital.

The Golden Line is targeted for completion by March 2026.

Golden Line Metro: Quick Overview

Detail Information
Metro Line Golden Line (formerly Silver Line / Line-10)
Total Length 25.82 km
Number of Stations 15
Station Type 11 Underground, 4 Elevated
Construction Status Under construction
Expected Opening March 2026
Route Tughlakabad to Delhi Aerocity
Major Interchanges Airport Express Line, Yellow Line, Violet Line, proposed Brown Line

Current Construction Status

Construction work on the Golden Line is progressing steadily. Tunnelling operations are underway across multiple sections of the corridor. In March 2025, a major milestone was achieved when a tunnel boring machine completed a 1.55-km underground stretch between Kishangarh and Vasant Kunj stations.

The project involves complex engineering work, including deep underground tunnels, cut-and-cover structures, ramps, and multiple underground stations.

Direct Airport Connectivity: Terminal 1 to Terminal 3

October 30, 2025 Update:
A new metro station is planned on the Golden Line to directly connect Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1 with Terminal 3. This integrated station will provide smooth intra-airport travel, addressing the long-standing gap between the terminals.

At present:

  • Terminal 3 is served by the Airport Express Line

  • Terminal 1 is connected via the Magenta Line

  • No direct metro link exists between T1 and T3

The Golden Line will bridge this gap and significantly reduce transfer time.

Golden Line Construction Highlights

  • 15 stations across underground and elevated sections

  • 2.4-km double-deck elevated structure between Sangam Vihar and Ambedkar Nagar

  • One underpass at Saket G-Block

  • Approx. 5-km twin tunnel at varying depths

  • Deepest tunnel section reaching nearly 39 metres below ground

The project cost is estimated at ₹24,948 crore, as part of Delhi Metro Phase-4.

Proposed Stations on the Golden Line

Station Layout Interchange
Delhi Aerocity Underground Airport Express Line
Mahipalpur Underground —
Vasant Kunj Sec-D Underground —
Kishangarh Underground —
Chhatarpur Underground Yellow Line
Chhatarpur Mandir Underground —
IGNOU Underground —
Neb Sarai Underground —
Saket G-Block Elevated Proposed Brown Line
Ambedkar Nagar Elevated —
Khanpur Elevated —
Sangam Vihar–Tigri Elevated —
Anandmayee Marg Underground —
Tughlakabad Railway Colony Underground —
Tughlakabad Underground Violet Line

Golden Line Extension: Line-11 (Lajpat Nagar–Saket G-Block)

An additional 8.38-km spur line with eight elevated stations is planned to enhance east-west connectivity:

  • Saket G-Block

  • Pushp Vihar

  • Saket District Court

  • Pushpa Bhawan

  • Chirag Dilli

  • Greater Kailash-1

  • Andrews Ganj

  • Lajpat Nagar

Advanced Features & Passenger Facilities

  • Fully accessible stations with lifts and escalators

  • Multi-level underground station design

  • One of the deepest parking facilities in the Delhi Metro network

  • Food kiosks, ATMs, and commuter amenities

  • Dedicated pedestrian subways at Aerocity and Tughlakabad

Depot & Tunnel Infrastructure

  • Tughlakabad station will connect to the Vasant Kunj Sector-D depot

  • Additional tunnel link to the Sarita Vihar depot

  • Deep tunnel construction with average depth of 27 metres

Driverless Train Operations

With the Golden Line becoming operational, Delhi Metro will further expand its driverless train network, strengthening automation, safety, and efficiency. This will place Delhi among the top global cities with extensive unattended train operations.

Why the Silver Line Was Renamed Golden Line

In January 2024, the corridor’s colour code was changed from silver to gold. The decision was taken to improve visual clarity, as silver markings blended with the stainless-steel body of metro trains, while gold provides higher contrast and better passenger visibility.

Metro Fare Structure (Indicative)

Distance Fare (Normal Days) Fare (Sundays/Holidays)
0–2 km ₹11 ₹11
2–5 km ₹21 ₹11
5–12 km ₹32 ₹21
12–21 km ₹43 ₹32
21–32 km ₹54 ₹43
Above 32 km ₹64 ₹54

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Real Estate Impact of the Golden Line

Improved Connectivity

South Delhi localities will gain faster access to the airport and major employment hubs through multiple interchange points.

Commercial Growth

Enhanced connectivity is expected to stimulate retail, hospitality, and office development, particularly near Aerocity and key interchange stations.

Rising Rental Demand

Areas within 1–2 km of Golden Line stations are likely to see higher rental demand from professionals, students, and airport staff.

Property Price Appreciation

Improved infrastructure and connectivity are expected to push property values upward along the corridor.

Property Snapshot Along the Golden Line

Locality Avg Price (₹/sq ft) Avg Rent (₹/month)
Vasant Kunj ₹14,706 ₹54,000
Chhatarpur ₹5,300 ₹18,000
Saket ₹13,300 ₹25,000

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