Mumbai Metro Launches Bus Service at 5 Key Stations for Last-Mile Connectivity

• Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation introduces bus services at five major Metro-3 corridor stations to enhance last-mile connectivity for commuters.
• The service, in partnership with Cityflo, will operate at BKC, Worli, Aarey, JVLR, and CSMT stations, with fares starting from just 9 rupees.
• Buses will be available every 10 minutes during peak hours, with plans for future expansion based on passenger demand.
• Passenger numbers on the Metro-3 Aqua Line (Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ) have doubled within three months of the final phase launch.
• Marol Naka station recorded 16.45 lakh passenger movements, and CSMT station 10.28 lakh, between October and December, highlighting key interchange points.

Why It Matters: Mumbai Metro enhances connectivity with new bus services at 5 stations, boosting ridership and convenience.