Metro, rail and bus hubs in MMRDA's plan for Dharavi
This move was formalised through a govt resolution issued on June 18, following a high-level meeting chaired by the chief minister on Apr 21.
The proposed hub aims to bring Metro, suburban rail, buses, and non-motorised transport under one umbrella, offering seamless integration for commuters passing through Dharavi — one of the city's most densely populated and poorly connected neighbourhoods. MMRDA was asked to coordinate with Dharavi Redevelopment Authority and all transport bodies concerned to draft a comprehensive layout and implementation plan.
MMTH will also ensure easy access to Sion station on Central Railway and Mahim station on Western Railway, both located on either side of the redevelopment zone.
As part of the larger redevelopment vision, a second Metro station is being considered for Dharavi. Besides the under-construction Metro Line 3 (Colaba-Bandra-Seepz), the area is expected to be connected by an extension of Metro Line 11 (Wadala-CSMT). Sources said this line is likely to be extended westward from Wadala to link with Metro Line 3 at Dharavi, enabling a crucial east-west and north-south interchange point.
The Rs 16,000 crore Metro Line 11 project, implemented by the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL), includes two proposed stations—one near Sion and another within Dharavi.
To support the bus component of the hub, DRP plans to build a modern depot for BEST. In return, 12 acres of land currently occupied by the Dharavi and Kalakilla bus depots in Sion East—which jointly accommodate around 300 buses and house key offices of the transport and power supply divisions—will be handed over for MMTH.
Officials said the plan goes beyond Metro integration, with infrastructure for feeder buses, walking, and cycling for last-mile connectivity. "The intent is to build a future-ready mobility hub, not just a station," said an official. Feeder routes are being drawn up to link nearby areas with Metro and rail stations.
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