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Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Chennai Metro Rail won't top up old travel cards starting August 1
CMRL old card (above) and Singara Chennai card CHENNAI: Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) will phase out its existing travel cards and migrate entirely to the Singara Chennai National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) from August 1. From that date, top-up services for the older CMRL travel cards will be discontinued across all 41 metro stations. Other ticketing methods such as QR tickets will remain unchanged. Commuters holding the old CMRL cards can continue using their cards until the balance is exhausted. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Once the residual value falls below Rs 50, passengers must surrender the card at any metro station counter. They will then receive a Singara Chennai Card free of charge, with the remaining balance and deposit amount transferred to the new NCMC card for continued use. CMRL first introduced the NCMC-compliant Singara Chennai Card on April 14, 2023, alongside the older CMRL travel cards. The transition is aimed at creating a unified ticketing system compatible with multiple modes of transport and urban mobility services.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tamil Nadu Plans Ropeway Transport to Boost Tourism, ETInfra, Infra News, ETInfra
Advt Advt Chennai: The Chennai Metro Rail Limited ( CMRL ) has initiated steps to assess the feasibility of setting up ropeway-based transport systems in key tourist destinations across Tamil Nadu, including Mahabalipuram , Ooty, and move comes in line with a budget announcement made by the Tamil Nadu government earlier this year, aimed at boosting tourism infrastructure and introducing innovative transport solutions in hilly and high-footfall heritage of the primary proposals under consideration is a two-kilometre aerial ropeway link in Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rock-cut temples and ancient proposed ropeway is intended to connect the upcoming new bus terminal to the iconic Shore Temple, providing tourists a scenic and efficient transport option while helping ease congestion on the initiative forms part of a larger state government push to explore high-altitude cable-propelled transport systems across Tamil Nadu's tourism circuits. As part of this effort, the CMRL has floated tenders seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from consultants to carry out detailed feasibility studies for the proposed addition to Mahabalipuram, the state is considering introducing similar ropeway systems in the popular hill stations of Ooty and Kodaikanal. These destinations, which attract thousands of tourists annually, often suffer from road congestion and limited transport options, especially during peak in CMRL confirmed that the project is in its preliminary stage, with consultants expected to examine various aspects, including route alignment, environmental impact, technical viability, and estimated from the tourist hubs, the CMRL is also studying the feasibility of implementing ropeway-based transport solutions in parts of Chennai. Two segments have been proposed in the IT and coastal corridor: a 1.7-kilometre stretch connecting the Taramani MRTS station to Kandanchavadi Metro, and a further one-kilometre extension from Kandanchavadi to Palavakkam along the busy East Coast Road (ECR).However, officials clarified that no timeline has been fixed for taking these urban projects Nadu's push for ropeway transport mirrors similar initiatives already underway in states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat, where ropeways are being used to enhance connectivity in tough terrains and heritage zones. The outcome of the feasibility studies will determine the next course of action, but the move has sparked interest among tourism stakeholders and urban planners.--IANSaal/dpb
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- New Indian Express
Process under way to study ropeway transport feasibility in Mahabalipuram
CHENNAI: The Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), based on a budget announcement by the state this year, has started the process for engaging consultants study the feasibility of introducing a ropeway-based transport in Mahabalipuram, a Unesco World Heritage site, and in hill stations of Ooty and Kodaikanal. The proposal, for which the feasibility will be studied in Mahabalipuram, is for introducing a two-kilometre aerial link between the upcoming new bus terminal and the iconic Shore Temple. The project is part of a broader initiative by the state government to explore high-altitude cable-propelled transport systems in tourist destinations. The CMRL has already floated tenders for expressions of interest (EOIs) from consultants. In addition to the Mahabalipuram link, there are also proposals for two ropeway segments in Chennai's IT and coastal corridor: A 1.7-km stretch connecting Taramanai MRTS station to Kandanchavadi Metro, and a further 1.0-km extension from Kandanchavadi to Palavakkam along East Coast Road (ECR). However, no decision has been made on when these would be taken up, sources said. TN's move follows similar initiatives in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Gujarat.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
FOB construction on Avinashi Road put on hold by Coimbatore Metro Rail Project
COIMBATORE: Even as the much-anticipated Avinashi Road elevated corridor nears completion, concerns over pedestrian safety remain unresolved, with no foot overbridges (FOBs) yet constructed on the busy stretch. Despite earlier announcements and joint inspections by the top brass, officials have put the proposed FOB works on hold owing to the upcoming Coimbatore Metro Rail Project to be built by the Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL). The Avinashi Road Elevated Expressway, a flagship infrastructure project under the State Highways Department's Special Projects Wing, is being constructed at a cost of Rs 1,621.30 crore. Officially sanctioned in August 2020 and initiated on December 3 the same year, the flyover spans 10.1 km in length and 17.25 metres in width, making it the longest of its kind in Tamil Nadu. It runs from Uppilipalayam near the police quarters to Goldwins near Chinniyampalayam on the Avinashi Road. Several months ago, senior officials from the Highways Department, Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) commissioner, city police commissioner, and traffic police personnel jointly surveyed the stretch and identified five critical junctions where pedestrian foot overbridges were deemed necessary. The junctions include Sitra-Airport junction, Hope College junction, Codissia-CIT College junction, Peelamedu junction, and Lakshmi Mills junction. However, despite these preliminary steps and repeated public appeals for safer pedestrian crossings, no groundwork has begun. With the flyover slated for completion by the end of August, many commuters and residents are voicing concern over the lack of basic infrastructure to support pedestrian movement below the elevated corridor.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Chennai Metro Rail Limited installs bi-directional ticketing gates to address congestion during peak hours
To ease congestion at entry/exit points at some of the high-footfall stations, Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has installed bi-directional ticketing gates. Unlike existing ticketing gates, which are designated to allow either entry or exit, the new ones can be used for both, though not at the same time, based on necessity. Across the 45-km Phase I network, a majority of stations have four entry/exit points, with nearly 20 automatic fare collection (AFC) gates or ticketing gates. At most locations, there are 10 gates each for entry and exit. It was planned this way to avoid congestion by streamlining passenger movement. Of late, some stations have had queues form at ticketing gates during peak hours. According to CMRL officials, CMRL has installed bi-directional AFC gates at stations including Thousand Lights, Government Estate, and AG-DMS to address the problem. Sources said the plan was to install bi-directional gates at other stations such as Chennai Airport, Guindy, and Thirumangalam. 'These gates can be used for either entry or exit depending on the demand and rush. For instance, Thousand Lights Metro, which is surrounded by several government and private organisations, has a footfall of about 15,000-17,000 passengers daily. There is a huge surge of passengers at exit gates between 8 a.m. and 9.30 a.m., as they are rushing to their workplaces. Similarly, long queues form at entry gates between 5.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m., as people are heading home. Hence, we use the bi-directional gates as 'exit gates' in the morning and 'entry gates' in the evening,' an official said. Arunachalam, a frequent Metro Rail commuter, said this move would be beneficial to passengers during peak hours. 'While this is a great initiative, another infrastructure that people really need is an additional escalator from street level to the concourse. Long queues form at the elevator daily,' he added.
