Chennai's new Metro line cuts travel time, commuters seek longer hours, better parking
The newly opened Metro stretch between Poonamallee Bypass and Vadapalani has received a positive response from commuters, with passengers welcoming the reduction in travel time and relief from traffic congestion in the western suburbs. However, they have sought extended operating hours, better parking facilities and improved safety measures at stations to make the service more commuter-friendly
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- Business
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- Railways & travel
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- Tamil Nadu
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- vasudevan s
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- Monday, 12 October 2026, 7:27 am IST
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