Water Metro Project Likely to be Introduced in Mangalore After The Success of Kochi Water Metro System.

The Karnataka Maritime Board (KMB) is planning to introduce the Water Metro Project in Mangalore modelled after the successful Kochi Water Metro system. The project aims to establish a water metro network from Bajal to Maravoor, connecting the Netravati and Phalguni rivers. The project will be implemented in phases, with the initial phase covering a 30 km stretch and featuring 17 metro stations.

The proposed route and stations for the Water Metro include Bajal, Someshwara Temple, Jeppinamogaru, Bolar, Ullal, Hoige Bazaar, Bengre, Old Port, Boloor, Bokkapatna, Tannirbhavi, Sultan Batheri, NMPT, Bangrakuloor, Kuloor Bridge, Baikampady Industrial Yard, Kunjathbail, and Maravoor Bridge.

The Kochi Water Metro, inaugurated last year as India’s first water metro system, includes 78 boats and 38 jetties, connecting 10 islands. The air-conditioned boats have been well-received by the public as an affordable and safe mode of transportation.