Archive · 29 Nov 2025

Hyderabad Metro Completes 8 Years with Declining Ridership

Hyderabad Metro Completes 8 Years with Declining Ridership

The Hyderabad Metro Rail has completed 8 years of operation.

It has carried around 80 crore passengers so far, but the number of people using it every day has decreased to about 4.5 lakh.

The company managing the Metro, L&T, is leaving because it didn't make enough money.

The government is taking over and will pay off its debts.

People who use the Metro want longer trains and more frequent services, especially during busy times.

Some lines are very crowded, while others have fewer people.

Women also find it difficult to get space in the ladies' compartments.

The Metro is working on improving these issues, but for now, many people are frustrated and considering other ways to travel.

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