Pune, 7th August 2023: The Pune Metro’s extended routes continue to make waves as it garners an impressive response from commuters. A new ‘record-breaking’ milestone was achieved on Sunday when the highest-ever ridership in the history of Pune Metro was registered. A staggering 96,498 individuals utilized the metro service on that particular day.
Of all the stations, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) Metro Station emerged as the most frequented, boasting a ridership of 13,393 passengers. It was closely followed by Civil Court Shivajinagar with 11,301 riders, Vanaz with 9,928, and Ruby Hall Clinic with 9,872 passengers. Notably, the PCMC Metro Station has consistently demonstrated a robust response ever since the launch of Pune Metro’s extended route connecting Pimpri Chinchwad with Pune city. The station maintained its exceptional performance for two consecutive days, emerging as the top-performing station.
The preceding Saturday also witnessed remarkable figures, with a total of 57,652 passengers utilizing the Pune Metro service. Officials attribute the surge in ridership over the weekend to the strategic implementation of a 30% fare discount announced by Pune Metro. This incentive has proved to be a key driver behind the increased ridership during Saturdays and Sundays, as many commuters took the opportunity to embark on a leisurely joyride.
Worth noting is the fact that Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the extended routes of Pune Metro between Civil Court to Phugewadi and Garware College to Ruby Hall Clinic on August 2nd. This expansion has undoubtedly contributed to the surge in commuter numbers and the metro’s growing popularity among the citizens of Pune.
The Pune Metro’s continuous success in attracting passengers underscores the importance of efficient and accessible public transportation systems in urban areas. The record-breaking ridership not only reflects the growing reliance on metro services for daily commuting needs but also highlights the positive impact of well-timed incentives in encouraging greater ridership. As Pune’s metro system continues to evolve and expand, it stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to modern and sustainable transportation solutions.
