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PM Modi Highlights India's Metro Network Expansion From 248 Km to Nearly 1,200 Km

06 Nov 2026, 06:40 AM
PM Modi Highlights India's Metro Network Expansion From 248 Km to Nearly 1,200 Km
New Delhi, November 6, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the expansion of India's Metro rail network, pointing to the significant growth in urban transportation infrastructure over the past decade. According to the Prime Minister, India's operational Metro network covered approximately 248 kilometres across five cities in 2014. It has now expanded to nearly 1,200 kilometres across 26 cities. The Prime Minister highlighted these figures while discussing the development of modern urban transport infrastructure. The expansion reflects the growing role of Metro services in improving public transportation and connectivity in Indian cities. Source: Prime Minister's Office (PMO)