Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Mumbai’s public transport will soon get a major boost with the Integrated Ticketing System. He was speaking today in Mumbai at a discussion on the integrated ticketing system in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. He also informed that the Railways will invest 17,107 crore rupees to start 300 more local services in Mumbai, reaffirming the Central and State Governments’ dedication to the city’s development.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized that Mumbai’s local trains are the city’s lifeline. He shared how the new integrated ticketing system will make commuting faster and simpler by allowing passengers to seamlessly access various modes of transport. The system is expected to encourage more people to use public transport, increase efficiency, and boost revenue. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to include taxis and other transport services into this unified platform through advanced technology.
The Chief Minister explained that this initiative is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of creating a single mobility platform for public transport. With the new system, passengers will find transport options within 300 to 500 meters of their location, saving time and making travel more convenient. It’s a step towards providing easy, efficient, and reliable transport across Mumbai.
