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Zip Across The City Without Blocks: Metro’s New Stretch Is Now Operational

Zip Across The City Without Blocks: Metro’s New Stretch Is Now Operational

Commuting in Kochi becomes easier; KMRL Phase 1 Extension from Maharaja’s to Thykoodam inaugurated. The inauguration of Kochi Metro’s phase 1 extension from Maharaja’s to Thykoodam stretch was held on September 3, 2019 by Chief Minister Shri. Pinarayi Vijaya in presence of Shri. Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs. The construction of the Petta-SN Junction…

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1 Lakh Metro Riders In A Day: KMRL Crosses New Milestone

1 Lakh Metro Riders In A Day: KMRL Crosses New Milestone

Marking a milestone event, Kochi Metro crossed a daily ridership of one lakh, on 12 September 2019. Since its commissioning two years ago, a remarkable feat as such is a first for Kochi Metro. Following the inauguration of the new stretch from Maharaja’s Ground to Thykoodam on 03 September 2019, there has been a significant rise in ridership at Kochi…

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On Art’s Track

On Art’s Track

The first edition of Artrack painting competition, organised by KMRL in association with Greets Public School, PIU, Bank of Baroda and Joboy, was held on 13 July 2019 at Aluva Metro Station. The event which saw a turnout of 600 participants, was held to encourage young talents and bring them to the fore. The competition was categorised into four, ranging…

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A Royal Stretch

A Royal Stretch

Following discussions, the Council of Ministers on 12th June 2019, Wednesday, announced the decision to extend Kochi Metro Phase 1b from SN Junction to Tripunithura railway station. The council also allocated Rs 356 crores towards the project.

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Sailing Forward

Sailing Forward

Kochi Metro Rail Limited has taken yet another step in the direction of the ambitious Water Metro Project. The contract for the construction of Vyttila, Eroor and Kakkanad terminals has been granted to Marymatha Construction Company. These three terminals form the first phase of the much-awaited project. “The tender process involved four bidders, besides Marymatha. It was finally granted for…

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To Newer Heights

To Newer Heights

Kochi Metro has always succeeded in its mission to bring the whole city together. Metro’s extension from Petta to SN Junction (Thripunithura) is the next one on the soon-to-be-accomplished list. The district administration together with KMRL officials are working on this project which is set to be completed by May 31, 2019. Kochi Metro Rail Limited will acquire 2.75 acres…

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Metro on the map

Metro on the map

In another first, KMRL has launched an open data policy to improve the public’s access to its services. The rail authority now shares information pertaining to stops, routes, schedules, fares and the like, which are converted into the universally accepted GTFS (General Transit Feed Specification) standard. GTFS feed is now live on Google maps. Through this format, transit data can…

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