The 420-meter air-conditioned skywalk linking Noida Metro’s Sector 51 and Delhi Metro’s Sector 52 is set to open on February 1, 2026, featuring travelators and seamless transit for 70,000 daily commuters.
After years of planning hurdles and construction delays, the dedicated skywalk connecting the Noida Metro Aqua Line (Sector 51) and the Delhi Metro Blue Line (Sector 52) is officially scheduled to open on February 1, 2026. This 420-meter "L-shaped" bridge is more than just a walkway; it is a critical infrastructure fix for a major planning oversight that previously forced 70,000+ daily commuters to exit stations and navigate chaotic street traffic to switch lines.
Technical Specifications & Commuter ComfortThe ₹40 crore project by the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) is designed as a premium, weather-shielded corridor:
- Fully Air-Conditioned: Unlike standard foot overbridges, the entire 5-meter-wide span is enclosed and climate-controlled, a major relief during Noida's extreme summers and monsoons.
- High-Speed Travelators: To assist the elderly and those with heavy luggage, the skywalk features travelators (moving walkways) operating at 0.5 meters per second, significantly reducing the physical effort of the 420-meter transit.
- Accessibility: The structure is equipped with modern lifts and elevators at both ends, ensuring 100% accessibility for differently-abled commuters.
- Decongestion: By moving the pedestrian flow 15 meters above the ground, the skywalk will clear the heavily encroached street-level junction of auto-rickshaws and street vendors.
The Real Estate Impact: A New "Transit Premium"The opening of this skywalk is already recalibrating property values in the immediate vicinity:
- Sector 51 & 52 Surge: Real estate experts are noting a "transit premium" for residential flats within a 1km radius. The convenience of a seamless, indoor walk to both Delhi and Greater Noida networks is making these sectors a top choice for corporate professionals.
- Rental Yields: Property owners in Sector 52, 71, and 75 can expect a 10–15% uptick in rental demand as the commute to Delhi becomes significantly more "dignified" and time-efficient.
- Commercial Footfall: Nearby retail hubs and the upcoming IKEA project in Sector 51 are expected to see a massive jump in footfall as the skywalk funnels a steady stream of foot traffic directly into the zone.
