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Which country helped Kochi Metro?
The techno-economic feasibility study for a Metro Rapid Transit System in Kochi was completed in 1999, which was begun in the same year, by Rail India Technological and Economic Services (RITES).
Is metro working in Kochi?
The metro service has been restarted following all COVID-19 safety norms. KMRL has urged people to use the Kochi1 smart card to promote contactless commutation. All passengers commuting through Kochi metro are also required to register in Arogya Setu mobile application.
Is Kochi Metro profitable?
However, there is an increase in the income of the metro rail. In 2020-21, it generated Rs 167.46 crores compared to Rs 134.95 crores in 2019-20. Construction of Aluva-Pettah stretch cost Rs 6218.14 crores.
Is Kochi Metro making profit?
Kochi metro’s annual loss pegged at ₹334 crore Faced with the Kochi metro’s annual loss rising to ₹334 crore in 2020-21 from ₹310 crore a year ago, fall in patronage and mounting expenditure, Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is probing ways to rein in expenditure and mop up non-ticketing revenue.
How fast is Kochi Metro?
The Specifications
| Design Speed | 90 km per hour |
|---|---|
| Average speed | 35 km per hour |
| Train Length | 66.55 metres (3 coaches) |
| Estimated Completion Cost | Rs 5181.79 Crore |
| Fare Collection | Automatic fare collection system with combination of smart cards & RFID / QR Code tickets |
Is Kochi Metro ticket rate?
(KMRL) fixed Kochi Metro Line-1’s fares in November 2016 with a minimum fare of Rs….Kochi Metro – Fare Chart (Ticket Prices)
| Zone | Distance from Origin | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| F3 | 10 km | Rs. 30 |
| F4 | 15 km | Rs. 40 |
| F5 | 20 km | Rs. 50 |
| F6 | 25 km | Rs. 60 |
Which city has best transport in India?
Delhi received award for best metro passenger services Surat won the award for the city with the best public transport system, while Kochi was judged the city with most sustainable transport system by the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry.