Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently celebrated India’s remarkable progress in urban transport, spotlighting the country’s achievement of over 1,000 kilometers of operational metro lines—a milestone that positions India as the world’s third-largest metro network.
Over the past decade, daily metro ridership has surged from 2.8 million in 2014 to over 10 million in 2024, reflecting a 2.5-fold growth. Simultaneously, the daily distance covered by metro services has increased dramatically from 86,000 kilometers to 275,000 kilometers.
PM Modi emphasized that these advancements have not only revolutionized urban mobility but also significantly improved the ‘Ease of Living’ for millions of citizens.
The Prime Minister underscored the government’s commitment to building efficient, sustainable, and future-ready urban infrastructure, ensuring cities are well-equipped to meet the demands of rapid urbanization.
This milestone represents a transformative step towards modern urban transport, aligning with the vision of a more connected, accessible, and sustainable India.
