Chennai metro
July 23, Chennai: The CMRL (Chennai Metro Rail Limited) has confirmed that the fares for the metro have not yet been fixed. The metro between Koyambedu and Alandur is expected to begin in October. A CMRL official said, “The fares will only be fixed a day or two before the start of the service after a consultation with the state officials.” He went on to add that the service will begin as soon as the finishing touches are given to the stations on the trail route.
The stations on the trail route areKoyambedu, CMBT, Arumbakkam, Vadapalani, Ashok Nagar, SIDCO and Alandur. A consultant firm hired by the CMRL has done an in-depth study that includes local demand, travel pattern and probable customer base. The study is expected to help the authorities decide a nominal rate for the metro services. The price is expected to take the rates of the MTC buses along the same route into account so as to provide the commuters a viable option.
The CMRL is also trying to provide ‘door to door’ connectivity so as to facilitate world class access to its users. The access might include shuttle services between stations and the surrounding areas.
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