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India Now Boasts the World's 3rd-Largest Metro Network

India’s metro network surpassed 1,000 km, ranking 3rd largest globally across 23 cities, a major leap in urban transit growth.

Pratik Kamble

17 Jul 2025 — 1 min read

India Now Boasts the World's 3rd-Largest Metro Network

SpotGenie Fact: India Now Boasts the World's 3rd‑Largest Metro Network

🎉 A Landmark in Urban Transit

In January 2025, India officially crossed a major milestone—its combined metro network now spans over 1,000 km, making it the third-largest metro system in the world, after China and the United States. This rapid expansion reflects the country’s intensified push for sustainable and inclusive urban mobility.

📈 From a Single City to 23 Metros

India’s metro journey began in Kolkata in 1984 and remained confined to Delhi till the early 2000s. Fast forward—23 cities across 11 states now operate metro rail systems. Delhi's network itself exceeds ~395 km, while other metros like Bengaluru (~77 km), Hyderabad (~67 km), Chennai (~54 km), and Mumbai (~68 km) consistently add new sections.

🌆 Urban Transformation & Ridership

Daily ridership: Over 10 million passengers ride daily across networks.
Metro rail policy: Initiatives like the 2017 CMP have accelerated construction in fast-growing cities.
New corridors: Major additions include Delhi–Meerut RRTS, Chennai MRTS expansions, and numerous Tier‑2 city projects.

🌱 Why This Matters

Surpassing 1,000 km marks India’s shift toward efficient, low-carbon urban transport. Metro systems reduce vehicular traffic, cut pollution, and drive equitable city growth. With nearly 1,000 km more under construction, India is well on its way to possibly becoming the world’s 2nd‑largest metro network.

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