The Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) Chennai has reported a notable surge in daily transactions following its adoption of digital ticketing, according to an official statement released on Tuesday.
With the digital ticketing now constituting over 11% of the total daily transactions, MTC has witnessed an increase in passenger numbers, with over 10.40 crore commuters choosing its services in September 2025. The introduction of UPI, debit/credit cards, Singara Chennai NCMC cards, and the Chennai One App are credited with this upturn, effectively boosting daily ticket sales.
The Chennai One App, equipped with GPS services and launched by Chief Minister M K Stalin, stands out as a key factor in this transition, recommending nearby stops, showing live routes, and allowing passengers to