Haryana Metro Ridership Up 13.55 Per Cent in 2025-26

25 Mar 2026 CW Team

July registered the highest monthly growth at 22.93 per cent and all months showed positive trends. Fare revenue rose 12.64 per cent through January 2026, while non-fare revenue surged by 108 per cent driven by monetisation of station spaces, advertising and commercial activities. Those gains contributed to an operating surplus for Rapid Metro and strengthened financial resilience. The board identified further revenue opportunities to consolidate results.

Officials said the auction of station naming rights and the addition of advertisement sites are expected to bolster HMRTC finances. The Chief Secretary welcomed the consistent rise in ridership and interpreted it as evidence of commuter confidence and a shift towards public transport under the integrated transport strategy. The Managing Director of HMRTC reported that operational improvements are complemented by steady progress on a pipeline of metro and regional transit projects. The board emphasised the need to align project delivery with fiscal sustainability.

Key projects under consideration include the Gurugram Sector 56 to Panchgaon link, for which the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation is studying the detailed project report and finalising a depot location in Sector 36A near Sihi village. The Gurugram?Faridabad Namo Bharat corridor has had alignment and station locations approved and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation is preparing the DPR. The Delhi?Kundli extension has been proposed for Haryana Cabinet consideration and the 136.3?kilometre Delhi?Panipat?Karnal regional rapid transit corridor has submitted a revised DPR for financial concurrence. DPR preparation has also been approved for a 17.09?kilometre intra?city corridor in Gurugram to enhance connectivity along Sohna Road.

Haryana's urban transit system recorded a 13.55 per cent increase in metro ridership in 2025-26, the state government said. Between April 2025 and February 2026 the network carried 17.4 million (mn) passengers compared with 15.3 mn in the corresponding period of the previous year. The progress was reviewed at the 64th board meeting of the Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi. The meeting noted sustained gains across operations and revenue streams. July registered the highest monthly growth at 22.93 per cent and all months showed positive trends. Fare revenue rose 12.64 per cent through January 2026, while non-fare revenue surged by 108 per cent driven by monetisation of station spaces, advertising and commercial activities. Those gains contributed to an operating surplus for Rapid Metro and strengthened financial resilience. The board identified further revenue opportunities to consolidate results. Officials said the auction of station naming rights and the addition of advertisement sites are expected to bolster HMRTC finances. The Chief Secretary welcomed the consistent rise in ridership and interpreted it as evidence of commuter confidence and a shift towards public transport under the integrated transport strategy. The Managing Director of HMRTC reported that operational improvements are complemented by steady progress on a pipeline of metro and regional transit projects. The board emphasised the need to align project delivery with fiscal sustainability. Key projects under consideration include the Gurugram Sector 56 to Panchgaon link, for which the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation is studying the detailed project report and finalising a depot location in Sector 36A near Sihi village. The Gurugram?Faridabad Namo Bharat corridor has had alignment and station locations approved and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation is preparing the DPR. The Delhi?Kundli extension has been proposed for Haryana Cabinet consideration and the 136.3?kilometre Delhi?Panipat?Karnal regional rapid transit corridor has submitted a revised DPR for financial concurrence. DPR preparation has also been approved for a 17.09?kilometre intra?city corridor in Gurugram to enhance connectivity along Sohna Road.

Technology

14 Apr 2026

India Data Centre Market to Cross USD 22 Bn by 2030: Vestian

India’s data centre market is projected to more than double from around USD 10 billion in 2025 to USD 22 billion by 2030, according to a latest report by Vestian. The growth is expected to be driven by rising cloud adoption, expanding AI workloads and increasing demand for data-intensive digital services.Vestian noted that the global data centre sector is witnessing rapid expansion, with current installed capacity estimated at 40–50 GW and projections exceeding 100 GW by 2030. Within this evolving landscape, India is emerging as a strategic hub in the Asia-Pacific region, supported by its ..

Real Estate

14 Apr 2026

Retail Leasing Hits 4.3 Mn Sq Ft in H2 2025: ANAROCK RELEAP 2026

India’s retail real estate market recorded a total retail absorption of around 4.3 million sq ft across the top seven cities in H2 2025, reflecting steady leasing activity despite a dynamic market environment, according to ANAROCK Retail’s flagship report, RELEAP 2026.The report highlights a structural shift in the sector as organised retail moves beyond transactional formats toward experience-led spaces that combine shopping, entertainment and dining. Apparel emerged as the leading category driving leasing demand during the period, followed by entertainment, hypermarkets/supermarkets, and..

Building Material

14 Apr 2026

Berger Paints Launches ‘Garmi Gone, Thandak On’ Cooling Range

Berger Paints India has launched its Home Cooling Paints Range along with a nationwide campaign titled ‘Garmi Gone, Thandak On’, as rising temperatures continue to pose growing challenges for households across India.The company said the campaign promotes smarter and energy-efficient cooling solutions by focusing on preventing heat from entering homes rather than relying solely on air conditioning. Berger Paints stated that a significant amount of heat enters homes through walls, rooftops and structural openings, making surface protection an important factor in reducing indoor discomfort du..