Why is Mumbai called Metro City?

Answer: The Census Commission of India defines Metropolitan cities as those Indian cities having a population of more than 4 million. As per the Census of India 2011 definition of more than 4 million population, some of the major Metropolitan Cities in India are: Mumbai (more than 18 Million)



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The rapid transit metro system is designed to reduce traffic congestion in the city and supplement the overcrowded Mumbai Suburban Railway network.

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About Mumbai Metro Thus, the Mumbai metro line was developed to reduce traffic congestion and provide additional support to the overcrowded railway network. The Mumbai metro project was planned to be constructed over 15 years in three phases. Phase one of the project is expected to be completed by October 2026.

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However, due to the city's geographical constraints and rapid population growth, road and rail infrastructure development has not been able to keep pace with growing demand over the last 4-5 decades. Moreover, the Mumbai Suburban Railway, though extensive, is not built to rapid transit specifications.

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Kolkata metro holds the record of being India's first metro service. It was introduced in the year 1984. It started from Esplanade to Bhowanipur (Now Netaji Bhawan) for 3.4 km and served 5 stations initially. The Kolkata Metro was India's first underground rail system, similar to the London tube system.

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