Who started Kochi Metro project?

The construction work was started in June 2013 and a 13.4 km (8.3 mi) section of the line from Aluva to Palarivattom was opened to passengers on 17 June 2017 by Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India….Kochi Metro.

Overview
Began operation	17 June 2017
Operator(s)	Kochi Metro Rail Limited
Train length	3 coaches
Headway	8 minutes

How many trains are running in Kochi Metro?

Phases

Total Number of Trains	25
Present Reach	Aluva to Petta (22 stations).

When did Kochi Metro start?

June 17, 2017
Kochi Metro/Began operations

Which government started Kochi Metro?

Government of India
Kochi Metro Rail Limited

Native name	കൊച്ചി മെട്രോ റെയിൽ ലിമിറ്റഡ്
Founded	2 August 2011
Headquarters	Kochi, Kerala , India
Services	Kochi Metro
Owner	Government of India (50%) Government of Kerala (50%)

Is Kochi Metro in profit?

In 2018-19, the revenue of Kochi Metro stood at Rs 104.48 crore while in 2019-20 it rose to `134.95 crore. Revenue from ridership also increased in 2019-20 with 1,81,07,722 passengers travelling in the Metro, generating a revenue of Rs 56.93 crore.

Which Indian city has metro?

Rapid transit systems

System	Locale	Stations
Kolkata Metro	Kolkata	33
Delhi metro	New Delhi Gurgaon Noida Faridabad Ghaziabad Bahadurgarh	253
Namma Metro	Bengaluru	52

What is famous to buy in Kochi?

What is famous to buy in Kochi? Kochi is famous for things like silver and gold jewelry, silk sarees, handloom and handcrafted items. You can buy most of these things at reasonable prices in the famous street markets of Kochi, including the popular Spice Market and Marine Drive.

What is the salary of Delhi metro driver?

Loco Pilot salary in Delhi Metro Rail Corporation ranges between ₹ 9 Lakhs to ₹ 11.5 Lakhs.

Who is responsible for Kochi Metro Rail project?

Kochi Metro Rail project has been planned by Government of Kerala. Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) called Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. (KMRL) is formed for the implementation, operation and maintenance of the Metro Project.

How many stations are there in Kochi Metro?

Kochi Metro will have 22 stations in total. Image courtesy of Metroman87. Kochi Metro is a proposed rapid transit system for the city of Kochi in Kerala, India. The 25.65km metro line will run from Aluva to Petta and will include 22 stations.

Which is the first metro rail project in Kerala?

The Kochi Metro Rail Project is the first move in such a direction in Kerala. Accessing jobs, education, livelihoods and other social needs from the outskirts into the business centre of the city would become less time-consuming and quality of life will increase for the urban population.

What are the benefits of the Kochi Metro?

The new metro system will reduce traffic congestion, while providing safe and rapid transportation to commuters. It will also reduce pollution and noise levels, as well as congestion on city roads. The project will create employment opportunities for the local people.