Pune metro train: Routes to timings to fares. 5 things you need to know
PremiumPune Metro will commence service for commuters from today, March 6, 2022, 3 pm onwards
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the12 km stretch of the total 32.2 km Pune metro rail project shortly. This project is an endeavour to provide world-class infrastructure for urban mobility in Pune.PM Modi also travelled from Garware station to Anand Nagar station by purchasing a ticket. He interacted with School students onboard the Metro train, said the PMO in the statement.
Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, Maharashtra Assembly Leader of Opposition Devendra Fadnavis and Pune Mayor Murlidhar Mohol were also present at the inauguration of the Metro line.
Here is all you need to know about the Pune Metro train
1) Pune metro routes
Pune Metro will commence service for commuters from today, March 6, 2022, 3 pm onwards. A total of 10 stations will be operational for commuters. As of now, the trains will be operational along 2 routes — Vanaz to Garware College Metro Station, and PCMC to Phugewadi Metro Station.
2) Pune metro timings
From tomorrow, March 7, 2022, the trains will run from 8 am to 9 pm.
3) Pune metro ticket fare
A round trip on both routes will cost ₹30. There are two single journey fares — ₹10 and ₹20.
4) Pune metro stations theme
Phugewadi Metro station is a world-class "Leaf" themed design inspired by an organic form of a leaf. Garware College Metro Station is a world-class design inspired by elements of youth andinnovation.
5) Pune metro: Aluminium body coaches
Pune Metro Rail Project is the first in the country to have Aluminium body coaches. Aluminum coaches being lighter are more energy-efficient and in addition, will have energy regeneration up to 30%. The designed speed of coaches 95 Kmph.
The foundation stone of the project was also laid by the Prime Minister on December 24, 2016. The entire project is being built at a total cost of more than ₹11,400 crore
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