Nagpur: Nagpur Metro recorded its third-highest single-day ridership on Oct 20, when over 1.85 lakh passengers travelled on the network during Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din and Vijayadashami . The count was 23% higher than the corresponding occasion last year, according to MahaMetro.
Nagpur Metro’s highest single-day ridership was recorded on Jan 1, 2023, when about 2.2 lakh passengers travelled on the network. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Nagpur | Silver Rate in Nagpur | Bank Holidays in Nagpur | Public Holidays in Nagpur | Petrol Price in Nagpur | Diesel Price in Nagpur | CNG Price in Nagpur | LPG Price in Nagpur Stay updated with the latest Nagpur news.
MahaMetro said officials and staff from several departments coordinated to keep services running smoothly. Station staff managed the rush using the infrastructure available at the station, MahaMetro said, crediting their promptness, planning and coordination for keeping passenger movement under control. Passenger facilities and crowd management received special attention, with the aim of ensuring safe and comfortable journeys during the surge in demand. Indora Square Metro station, in particular, saw an unusually large crowd. The organisation also acknowledged the contribution of staff working at the station and those supporting operations behind the scenes. MahaMetro described the day’s operations as an example of teamwork and its commitment to passenger service. Download the TOI App.
To meet the expected rush, Metro services began at 5 am and continued until midnight, extending operating hours to help people travel to and from the day’s events. A steady stream of passengers was seen at stations across the network through the day.