Who initiated Kochi Water Metro project?


Who initiated Kochi Water Metro project? Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated India's first Water Metro services in Kerala's Kochi. Kochi Water Metro would be a significant enhancement to the port city's infrastructure, PM Modi had said.


Is Kochi Metro in profit?

Kerala's Kochi Metro has achieved an operating profit for the first time since it began services six years ago. With record-breaking passenger traffic, the Metro saw a 145 percent increase in revenue in the 2022-23 fiscal year compared to the previous year.


What are the advantages of Kochi Water Metro?

Advantages of the Kochi Water Metro Project: Drastically reduce the road traffic by diverting the passengers to water transport. In turn, it would assist in reducing the road congestion on the roads. Reduction in the atmospheric pollution from land vehicles and carbon footprint of Kochi City.


Is Kerala Metro in profit or loss?

Kerala's Kochi Metro has achieved an operating profit for the first time since it began services six years ago. With record-breaking passenger traffic, the Metro saw a 145 percent increase in revenue in the 2022-23 fiscal year compared to the previous year.


Which is the biggest Kochi Metro station?

Currently, the 1.5 lakh square feet-Aluva Metro Station is the biggest Kochi Metro station.


What are the future plans for Kochi Water Metro?

Once fully operational in 2035, the Kochi Water Metro will connect 10 island communities with Kochi's mainland through 78 battery-operated electric hybrid boats, 15 strategic routes, and 38 modern terminals.


How much did the Kochi Water Metro cost?

Overall cost of the Kochi Water Metro project is ?1,137 crore.