Bhopal Metro Orange Line Opens Dec 20: Free Rides for First Week!

• Bhopal Metro's 7 km Orange Line, connecting Subhash Nagar to AIIMS, begins commercial operations on December 20.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the metro, with Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar present in Bhopal.
• Bhopal residents can enjoy completely free metro rides for the first 7 days, from December 20 to December 26.
• The 3-coach metro will run every 30 minutes, connecting 8 stations, and offers cycle and disabled parking facilities.
• After the free week, fares will range from ₹20 to ₹80, with subsequent weekly discounts for three months.

Why It Matters: Bhopal Metro's Orange Line launches Dec 20 with free rides for the first week, marking a new era for the city.