L&T Metro Rail MD VB Gadgil declared Hyderabad Metro will start functioning from Ugadi next year (April). He also confirms the Metro Rail will stick to its original route, from Sultan Bazaar to Assembly. After launching the retail outlet in Uppal Station, He said L&T has taken up the work of Palaknuma Depot as per the directions of Telangana Government.
Corridor 1 route - Panjagutta, Erramanzil, Khairatabad, Lakdikapul, Assembly, Nampally, Osmania Medical College and MG Bus Station.
L&T Metro Rail conducted few interface experiments with a group of people to understand the expectations of the commuters and their experience while using the new mode of transport.
Commuters complained about the automatic doors during the experiments. Women Escorts will help Commuters board the Hyderabad Metro Rail. About six women attendants were already trained to fulfill the requirement. On the other hand, Male Escorts & Security Personnel will help the commuters understand the routes and transit.