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Why is Mumbai Metro construction so slow?

Why is Mumbai Metro construction so slow?

Issues with removal of encroachments and religious structures also stalled the construction progress at several locations. In addition, unavailability or poor records of underground utilities forced MMOPL to change the design of the corridor on numerous occasions, which added to the delay significantly.

Why is there no metro in Mumbai?

In another boost to connectivity, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has decided to connect Mumbai and Virar with a Metro line. Many metro projects were being delayed because of late environmental clearances and land acquisition troubles.

What is the special about the Delhi Metro Rail?

With the start of Phase-II the Delhi Metro will start travelling very far distances covering around 50 kms in some destinations such as Dwarka-Noida, Gugaon-Jahangirpuri, etc. The trains in Phase – II are also being designed to travel upto a maximum design speed of 95 kmph as against 90 kmph in Phase – I.

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Who started Metro in Mumbai?

Minister Dr Manmohan Singh
In June 2006, Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh laid the first stone for the first phase of the Mumbai Metro, which comprises a three line high-capacity metro system spanning 63km.

Who owns Delhi Metro?

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

Type Centre-State owned
Services Delhi Metro, consultancy and implementation of metro rail, monorail and high-speed rail
Owner Government of India (50\%) Government of Delhi (50\%)
Website www.delhimetrorail.com

Is Delhi Metro functional?

Delhi Metro today has a current operational network covering 156 kms approx. in Delhi and the National Capital Region (Gurgaon and Noida) with 132 operational stations.

Why has the metro become the pride of Delhi?

Now in service to almost all corners of the city and beyond, its become the top choice of passenger movement in the city and NCR. Well built and maintained, clean, cheap, and Air conditioned, its the best and safest way to commute for millions of Delhites.