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- The Aqua Line in Mumbai attracts about 150,000 passengers daily, far below its 1.5 million projection.
- India’s metro systems overall operate at about 25-35% of projected ridership.
- Experts attribute the shortfall to high costs, poor planning, and inadequate last-mile connectivity.
- Experts say improving operational integration and affordability is crucial for increasing public transport adoption in India.
