Ports Ministry approves technical feasibility study to replicate Kochi Water Metro in 24 cities
During a review ride on the Kochi Water Metro on 8 April 2025, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said his ministry has approved technical feasibility studies in 24 cities, including Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Tezpur in Assam.
Summary
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal reviewed the operations of the Kochi Water Metro in Kerala during a ride across key terminals on 8 April 2025. He said the ministry has approved technical feasibility studies in 24 cities across India, including Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Tezpur in Assam, to assess replicating the water-based urban transit model, with an execution plan to follow based on the findings.
Key facts
- Date
- 8 April 2025
- Model
- Kochi Water Metro, Kerala
- Approved
- Technical feasibility studies in 24 cities
- Assam cities named
- Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Tezpur
Practice MCQs 1 questions
In how many cities has the Ports Ministry approved technical feasibility studies to replicate the Kochi Water Metro model?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — 24
24 cities, including Guwahati, Dibrugarh and Tezpur in Assam.