India has reached a significant milestone by expanding its metro network to become the third-largest globally, now spanning a total length of 1,000 kilometers. This achievement underscores the government's commitment to enhancing urban mobility and connectivity. It follows the announcement of several new metro projects and the Namo Bharat initiative for Delhi under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India’s metro journey, which began in 2002 with the launch of the modern metro in Delhi by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, has reached a nationwide achievement. This growth has been unprecedented, particularly under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership since 2014.

Over the last decade, the metro network has tripled in size, adding 1,000 kilometre. The number of states with metro services has increased from five to eleven, while the number of cities benefiting from metro connectivity has grown from five to 23.

NCRTC has begun testing trains at varying speeds from Meerut South to Central Station, with new routes and stations.

KMRCL has started the signalling work to link Sealdah and Esplanade metro stations, and they are seeking a 45-day closure of the Green Line.

The cable car project for MMR has received in-principle approval from Nitin Gadkari.

Delhi is planning ropeway connectivity across the Yamuna to promote eco-friendly commutes. The Lieutenant Governor has directed the DDA to conduct site surveys.

Daily ridership has surged from 28 lakh in 2014 to over 10 million, reflecting a 2.5-fold increase. Additionally, the total distance travelled by metro trains has tripled, from 86,000 kilometre to 2.75 lakh kilometre.

Prime Minister Modi’s vision for urban transport emphasizes providing seamless, affordable, and modern connectivity, enhancing the ease of travel and improving the quality of life for millions of citizens.

Last week, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated a 13-kilometer stretch of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, built at a cost of Rs 46 billion. This section, which runs from Sahibabad RRTS Station to New Ashok Nagar RRTS Station, will significantly enhance regional connectivity between Delhi and Meerut, offering high-speed and comfortable travel options for millions of people.

Along with the Namo Bharat corridor, Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated a 2.8-kilometer stretch of Delhi Metro Phase-IV between Janakpuri and Krishna Park, with an investment of Rs 12 billion. This marks the first operational segment of Phase-IV. Residents of West Delhi, including areas like Krishna Park, Vikaspuri, and Janakpuri, will greatly benefit from this development.

Additionally, Prime Minister Modi laid the foundation stone for the 26.5-kilometer Rithala-Kundli section of Delhi Metro Phase-IV, with an estimated cost of Rs 6,230 crore. This new corridor will connect Rithala in Delhi to Nathupur (Kundli) in Haryana, improving connectivity across North-West Delhi and Haryana, and benefiting key areas like Rohini, Bawana, Narela, and Kundli.

As India’s urban infrastructure continues to evolve, the metro network’s expansion is poised to enhance the daily lives of millions of citizens. With a strong focus on creating world-class transport systems, the future of urban mobility in India looks increasingly promising.