The comprehensive project report for the proposed expansion of the Noida Metro's Aqua Line route from Sector 51 to Greater Noida Knowledge Park V was authorized by the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, according to officials.

A decision in this regard was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state government said in a statement. The cost of the project is Rs 2,991.60 crore, it said.

“The implementation of the project will facilitate transportation and generate direct/indirect employment opportunities,” the statement said.

Lauding the decision, Noida MLA Pankaj Singh said on X, “The Cabinet chaired by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri @myogiadityanath ji has approved the extension of the 17.435 km long Aqua Line Metro Project from Noida Sector-51 to Greater Noida Knowledge Park-V.

“This project will provide great convenience to thousands of passengers travelling daily between Noida and Greater Noida and will make commuting even easier. Heartfelt thanks to Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri @myogiadityanath ji for approving the metro project!” Singh said.