Metro Rail: A Catalyst for Sustainable Urban Growth and Financial Resilience

Metro Rail: A Catalyst for Sustainable Urban Growth and Financial Resilience: Key Takeaways India’s metro network expanded from 248 km in 2014 to 1,095 km by 2025. Metro coverage grew from just 5 cities in 2014 to 26 cities in 2025. Annual metro budget rose from ₹5,798 crore in 2013–14 to ₹29,550 crore in 2025–26. PMEAC study finds metro access improves household loan repayment discipline and reduces financial stress. -A PIB FEATURE- Over the past eleven years, India has witnessed