Bhopal Metro Launched: CM Yadav, Khattar Inaugurate; Public Travel Starts Tomorrow

• Bhopal Metro formally launched by CM Dr. Mohan Yadav and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who traveled from Subhash Nagar to AIIMS.
• A 7 km priority corridor of the Orange Line is now operational, featuring 8 elevated stations including AIIMS and Subhash Nagar.
• The full project spans 30.8 km (Orange Line 16.74 km, Blue Line 14.16 km) with an estimated cost of ₹10,033 crore.
• Aims to provide fast, safe, and eco-friendly transport, reducing traffic and pollution, with advanced safety and green tech.
• Political controversy: Government hails achievement, Congress questions limited route, delays, and claims credit for initial project work.

Why It Matters: Bhopal Metro launched to ease traffic and pollution, but faces political debate over its route and credit.