'From 35,000 to 2 Lakh Daily Passengers':Ahmedabad Metro Records 15.86 Crore Passengers in 4 Years, Generates ₹194 Crore Revenue
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Ahmedabad Metro has completed four years of operations, carrying 15.86 crore passengers and generating ₹194.93 crore in fare revenue between October 2022 and September 2026.
Passenger Footfall Crosses 2 Lakh Daily
The metro service, which began on October 2, 2022, has seen a sharp rise in ridership since its launch. Daily passenger numbers, which stood at around 35,000 in the initial phase, have now crossed 2 lakh on regular days.
Across the four-year period, the average daily ridership was around 1.10 lakh passengers.
The Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) recorded 15.86 crore passenger journeys during the period, generating ₹194.93 crore in ticket-fare revenue.
August 2026 Records Highest Monthly Ridership
August 2026 recorded the highest monthly passenger traffic in the four-year period, with 54.29 lakh passengers using the metro. Revenue during the month also reached a record ₹6.81 crore.
September 2026 followed closely, with 53.06 lakh passengers.
During the first year of operations, monthly ridership generally ranged between 12 lakh and 25 lakh. By the fourth year, monthly passenger numbers had risen to between 45 lakh and 54 lakh.
Year-Wise Growth
Period | Passengers | Revenue(₹) |
|---|---|---|
October 2022 – September 2023 | 230.13 lakh | 29.31 crore |
October 2023 – September 2024 | 362.48 lakh | 43.32 crore |
October 2024 – September 2025 | 468.91 lakh | 57.58 crore |
October 2025 – September 2026 | 525.36 lakh | 64.71 crore |
Total | 1,586.88 lakh (15.86 crore) | R194.93 crore |
Trains Every Six Minutes During Peak Hours
With passenger numbers rising, GMRC has increased train frequency on the busy East-West corridor between Vastral Gam and Thaltej Gam.
During peak hours, trains that previously operated at 12-minute intervals now run every six minutes on the corridor.
The metro has also maintained a reported 99.98% punctuality rate and recorded no major safety incidents during the four-year period.
Special Services During Major Events
The metro has extended operations during major events at Narendra Modi Stadium, including IPL and ODI World Cup matches.
On such occasions, special trains have operated until 3 am to manage the additional passenger rush and provide late-night connectivity.
Integration With Railways, AMTS and BRTS
Ahmedabad Metro has also expanded its links with other public transport systems to improve connectivity across the city.
The network provides direct connections to major railway stations including Kalupur, Sabarmati and Gandhigram in Ahmedabad, as well as Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar.
Integration with AMTS and BRTS services has been aimed at improving last-mile connectivity, while mobile and digital ticketing options allow passengers to book tickets without waiting at counters.
