4 days ago

NVS Reddy Gets Expanded Role in Hyderabad Metro Operations

N.V.S Reddy has been given more work related to Hyderabad’s Metro system.

He will help make sure the existing Metro trains are operated and maintained safely.

He will work with B. Ajith Reddy on these duties.

He will also help create Metro passes for one day, one week or one month.

These passes may work with the city bus system.

Reddy will help plan a common ticketing system for different kinds of public transport.

He will advise city agencies on improving travel around Hyderabad.

The government may give him other related duties later.

Key facts

Appointee: N.V.S Reddy, former managing director of Hyderabad Metro Rail and government adviser on urban transport and Metro Rail
Primary responsibility: Overseeing operations and maintenance of the existing Metro Rail network
Phase-I coordination: Reddy will coordinate with B. Ajith Reddy on safety and operations and maintenance requirements
Ticketing plans: Daily, weekly and monthly Metro Rail passes, independently or jointly with the RTC
Common ticketing: Coordination with the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation and other public transport modes
Urban mobility role: Providing inputs and guidance for transportation projects and mobility plans in the Hyderabad Metropolitan Area
Additional duties: Advising Metro Rail organisations on operations and expansion, and taking on other government-assigned responsibilities

deccanchronicle.com · 4 days ago