How unique is Kochi Metro from others?
The first phase of Kochi Metro, which is about 13 km, is commissioned in a very short span of 45 months comparing the other metro services across the country. It is considered as the longest first phase of all the metro rail services of our country.
There will be a vertical garden in every 6^th pillar of the 4000 metro pillars which shows the eco-friendliness. Moreover, Kochi Metro becomes the first metro service in India to utilize solar power to meet 1/4^th of its electricity needs. Every metro station is having solar panels, which can generate 2.3 MW. Kochi Metro is using Communication Based Train Control technology for a flawless service, which is considered as the first of its kind.
Every station of Kochi Metro is a theme based which depicts the maritime history of Kerala; local history of the city and it offers free Wi-Fi. All the coaches of the Kochi Metro are disabled friendly and reserve seats for women, children and disabled persons. 80% of the total employees are women and it offers employment to the transgenders.