Kochi Water Metro To Sail Nationwide? See ML Khattar's Post

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is gearing up to replicate the Kochi Water Metro project in other cities, marking a significant step forward in urban water transport and tourism.

The project, currently operational only in Kochi, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in April 2023 and has since been lauded as a game-changer in urban mobility and eco-tourism.

Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, sharing his experience on X (formerly Twitter), praised the project as a “unique amalgamation of convenience, environmental protection, and modern technology.”

He tweeted, “Today I had a pleasant experience of travelling in Kochi Water Metro. Water Metro is not just a mode of passenger transport but a unique amalgamation of convenience, environmental protection, and modern technology.

Water metro is providing cheap and modern transport facilities to the people living on various islands around Kochi. This is reducing the traffic problem of Kochi and also promoting backwater tourism. This unique experiment of Kerala will definitely prove to be an excellent model for other states of the country.”
 

Transforming Kochi’s Connectivity and Tourism
The Kochi Water Metro connects 10 islands through 15 identified routes spanning 78 km. The project operates a fleet of 78 fast, electrically propelled hybrid ferries, servicing 38 jetties. Over 33,000 islanders benefit from this inclusive transport system designed to boost livelihoods through commercial property development and tourism initiatives.

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An Eco-Friendly and Inclusive Future
The initiative showcases energy-efficient, environmentally friendly boats designed with low wake and draft features for minimal ecological disruption. These high-frequency services not only alleviate traffic congestion but also promote sustainable backwater tourism.