Haryana’s urban transit system, particularly its Metro, has experienced a significant 13.55% increase in ridership during the period of 2025-26. This growth reflects a growing trust among commuters and a noticeable shift towards public transportation. The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) recently reviewed this progress during its 64th Board Meeting, which was chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi.
The Metro network in Haryana witnessed over 1.74 crore passengers between April 2025 and February 2026, a notable rise from the 1.53 crore passengers recorded during the same period the previous year. July stood out with the highest monthly growth rate at 22.93%, while all months displayed positive trends, indicating enhanced service reliability and a sustained preference for public transport.
Financially, the Metro system has also shown strength with a 12.64% increase in fare revenue up to January 2026, aligning with the growth in ridership. Additionally, non-fare revenue saw a remarkable surge of 108%, attributed to effective monetization of station spaces, advertisements, and commercial activities, resulting in an operating surplus for Rapid Metro.
Chief Secretary Rastogi commended the performance, attributing the consistent rise in ridership and revenue to the success of Haryana’s integrated transport strategy. He stressed the importance of maintaining a focus on timely project execution, inter-agency coordination, and delivering services that cater to commuters’ needs. HMRTC Managing Director Chander Shekhar Khare highlighted the state’s ongoing progress on various Metro and regional transit projects.
