Commuters in Kochi are set to receive a major boost next year as the Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) announced that the long-anticipated Pink Line is likely to become operational by June 2026. The new corridor will connect Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kaloor to Kakkanad, significantly improving travel convenience and easing congestion in some of the city’s busiest stretches.

According to KMRL officials, the metro extension will play a vital role in enhancing regional mobility while also contributing to the city’s economic activity. The project, spanning 11.2 kilometres, comes with an estimated cost of Rs 1,957 crore and aims to provide a faster, more efficient mode of transportation for thousands of daily commuters.

Phase-Wise Opening of Stations

Initially, the Pink Line services will op

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