India's metro boom: From one city to a network set to overtake the US
India's metro network has expanded significantly, now spanning 26 cities. The nation is nearing the US in metro network length, trailing only China. This rapid growth has occurred primarily within the last decade. Hundreds of kilometers of new metro lines are currently under construction. Future expansion will focus on integration and passenger demand for sustainability.
India's metro rail network has grown substantially since the country's first service began in Kolkata in 1984. Currently, the network spans over 1,155 km across 26 cities, making it the world's third-largest operational metro network. India's metro journey started with a single short stretch in Kolkata, and the network has since expanded to cover more cities and kilometres.
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