L&T secures ₹1,000-2,500 crore order for Noida Metro Aqua Line extension

The project involves constructing a 15.1-km elevated corridor with 10 stations, expected to be completed in 36 months.

By SafarSamachar Desk11 Nov 2026, 8:59 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1L&T announced the order on November 9, 2026
2The contract is classified as ‘significant’ by L&T, meaning it falls between ₹1,000 crore and ₹2,500 crore
3Following the announcement, L&T shares rose to Rs 4,139.30 per share, up Rs 34.30 on the BSE
4The extension will connect Botanical Garden with Noida Sector-142 and include an interchange with Delhi Metro's Magenta and Blue lines
5L&T's Heavy Civil Infrastructure business will handle part of the design and construction

L&T has won a contract from the Noida Metro Rail Corporation for the Aqua Line extension worth between ₹1,000 crore and ₹2,500 crore. The company announced the order on November 9, 2026.

The extension will span 15.1 km of elevated track and add 10 new stations. Work should finish in 36 months. It will link Botanical Garden to Noida Sector-142, include an interchange with Delhi Metro's Magenta and Blue lines, and offer access to the Multi-Modal Transportation Hub at Boraki.

L&T's Heavy Civil Infrastructure unit will be responsible for part of design and construction. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs cleared the extension earlier this year. Following the announcement, L&T shares rose by Rs 34.30 to Rs 4,139.30 per share on BSE at 12:08 GMT.

What this means for Indian travellers

Indian travellers in Noida and Greater Noida may benefit from improved metro connectivity once the Aqua Line extension is completed in 36 months. The project will add 10 new stations, including an interchange with Delhi Metro's Magenta and Blue lines, enhancing transport options for residents and commuters across the region.

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