New Developments in Urban Transport Infrastructure in Haryana and Maharashtra

哈里亞納邦與馬哈拉施特拉邦城市交通基礎設施的新發展

Jun 23, 2026, 12:26

Introduction

Recent government actions have focused on expanding metro rail networks in Haryana and restarting monorail services in Mumbai.

政府最近的行動集中於擴展哈里亞納邦的捷運網路，以及重新啟動孟拜的單軌鐵路服務。

Main Body

In Haryana, the Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) recently met in Chandigarh to review two project reports from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). These plans suggest extending the Airport Express Line using underground tunnels, either from Yashobhoomi station to Rajiv Chowk or from Dwarka Sector 21 to Sector 21 Gurugram. Additionally, a third plan from 2011 to link Rezangla Chowk and Dwarka Sector 21 is still being considered. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will make the final decision, and they have suggested combining the two DMRC routes with extra stations. Furthermore, a 35.25 km elevated track from Sector 56 Gurugram to Panchgaon is nearly ready, while the large Delhi-Panipat-Karnal corridor has already received the necessary government approvals.

在哈里亞納邦，哈里亞納邦快速交通公司 (HMRTC) 最近在錢德加爾開會，審查德里捷運公司 (DMRC) 的兩份項目報告。這些計劃建議使用地下隧道延伸機場快線，方案一是從 Yashobhoomi 站到 Rajiv Chowk，或是方案二從 Dwarka Sector 21 到 Sector 21 Gurugram。此外，一個 2011 年將 Rezangla Chowk 與 Dwarka Sector 21 連接的第三個計劃仍在考慮中。住房與城市事務部將做出最終決定，他們建議將 DMRC 的兩條路線合併並增加額外車站。此外，從 Sector 56 Gurugram 到 Panchgaon 的 35.25 公里高架軌道已接近完工，而大型的德里-帕尼帕特-卡納爾走廊已經獲得政府必要的批准。

Meanwhile, in Maharashtra, the state government has officially allowed the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) to restart the Mumbai Monorail. The service was stopped in September 2025 due to technical problems. Although safety checks were completed on June 3, the exact date for passengers to start using the service again has not been announced. To improve connections between different transport modes, authorities plan to add one station to Mumbai Metro 2B at Chembur Naka. Moreover, a new fare system has been proposed, with prices ranging from ₹10 for short trips to ₹70 for longer distances.

同時，在馬哈拉施特拉邦，邦政府已正式允許孟拜大都會區發展局 (MMRDA) 重新啟動孟拜單軌鐵路。由於技術問題，該服務於 2025 年 9 月停止。雖然安全檢查已於 6 月 3 日完成，但乘客重新開始使用服務的確切日期尚未公布。為了改善不同交通模式之間的接駁，當局計劃在 Chembur Naka 為孟拜捷運 2B 線增加一個車站。此外，已提出新的票價系統，價格範圍從短途的 10 盧比到長途的 70 盧比不等。

Conclusion

Infrastructure projects in Haryana are now waiting for final government orders, while Mumbai's monorail system is preparing to return to service.

哈里亞納邦的基礎設施項目目前正等待政府最終指令，而孟拜的單軌鐵路系統則準備恢復服務。

Vocabulary Learning

🚀 The 'B2 Bridge': Moving from Basic to Fluid

At the A2 level, you likely say: "The government wants to make the metro longer. They are thinking about it."

To reach B2, you need to stop using simple verbs and start using Complex Transitionals and Formal Nominalizations. Look at how the article describes changes without sounding like a textbook for children.

🛠️ The Power of "Connecting Words"

Notice these words in the text: Additionally, Furthermore, and Moreover.

In A2, we use "and" or "also". In B2, we use these 'power words' to stack information. They act like glue, making your writing flow like a professional report rather than a list of facts.

A2: They are building a line. Also, they have a plan from 2011.
B2: A track is nearly ready; furthermore, a plan from 2011 is still being considered.

🏗️ Focus Shift: From 'People' to 'Processes'

B2 speakers often shift the focus from who is doing the action to what is happening. This is called the Passive Voice and Formal Phrasing.

A2 Style (Active/Simple)	B2 Style (Formal/Passive)	Why it's better
The government approved it.	...has already received the necessary government approvals.	Sounds objective and official.
They stopped the service.	The service was stopped...	Focuses on the train, not the person.
They will decide soon.	The final decision will be made.	Shifts focus to the result (the decision).

💡 Pro-Tip for your Transition

Start replacing the word "get" or "make" with more specific B2 verbs found in the text:

Instead of "make a plan" $\rightarrow$ "propose a system"
Instead of "fix the problem" $\rightarrow$ "complete safety checks"
Instead of "do a meeting" $\rightarrow$ "review project reports"

Vocabulary Learning

infrastructure (n.)

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities, such as buildings, roads, and power supplies, needed for the operation of a society.

Example:The government is investing heavily in urban infrastructure to reduce traffic congestion.

expand (v.)

To become larger in size, number, or range.

Example:The city plans to expand the metro rail network to reach the outlying suburbs.

review (v.)

To examine or assess something formally with the possibility or intention of instituting a change.

Example:The committee will review the project reports before approving the budget.

elevated (adj.)

Raised above the ground level.

Example:An elevated track allows trains to move over existing roads without causing traffic jams.

corridor (n.)

A long passage or a specific route connecting two or more major urban areas.

Example:The new transport corridor will link several industrial hubs across the state.

proposed (v./adj.)

Suggested as a plan or course of action for consideration.

Example:The proposed fare system aims to make public transport more affordable for daily commuters.

Practice B2 words in a crossword→