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Mr. Mohammad Hanish is an IAS officer of 1996 Batch. Who got worked in the Kerala cadre with different positions like District Collector, Director of School Education Department, secretary PWD & Urban Development, Secretary received the state E-Governance Award instituted by the Govt. of Kerala for the initiatives taken in Education Department. Recently, Metro Rail News has conducted an interview with IAS APM Mohammed Hanish, Managing Director of Kochi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. Here are excerpts: 1. Express your feelings on completion of one-year services, what are achievements you made within a year? Kochi Metro has completed one year of operations and we are very much happy about the present state of affairs. We have a daily average ridership of around 35000 and have secured 43.5crore as non-fare box revenue so far. KMRL is also slowly getting sustainability in the energy conservation through Solar Energy. Presently we have the capacity of 2.670 MWp has commissioned u...

Mr. Mohammad Hanish is an IAS officer of 1996 Batch. Who got worked in the Kerala cadre with different positions like District Collector, Director of School Education Department, secretary PWD & Urban Development, Secretary received the state E-Governance Award instituted by the Govt. of Kerala for the initiatives taken in Education Department. Recently, Metro Rail News has conducted an interview with IAS APM Mohammed Hanish, Managing Director of Kochi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. Here are excerpts: 1. Express your feelings on completion of one-year services, what are achievements you made within a year? Kochi Metro has completed one year of operations and we are very much happy about the present state of affairs. We have a daily average ridership of around 35000 and have secured 43.5crore as non-fare box revenue so far. KMRL is also slowly getting sustainability in the energy conservation through Solar Energy. Presently we have the capacity of 2.670 MWp has commissioned u...

KOCHI: On Tuesday, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) issued a statement that agency will take action against the contractors-Cheriyan Varkey Constructions- following the incident in which an iron rod fell on a moving car. "The incident of an iron rod falling on a moving car and damaging the windscreen at MG Road Metro construction site on Monday has caused concern for DMRC. After a detailed discussion on the incident, DMRC has taken this issue very seriously and action is being taken against the contractor for the serious safety lapse as per the contract conditions," according to the statement. After a detailed discussion on the incident, DMRC has taken this issue very seriously and action is being taken against the contractor for the serious safety lapse as per the contract conditions," according to the statement.           On Monday evening a four-meter-long iron rod fell on the car driven by Fort Kochi ASI Sukumaran. Though the car suffered major dama...

Kochi: The Kerela floods have brought the entire country together. In times of crisis each and everyone is doing its bit to help those affected by floods. Kochi Metro in its bid to help and strengthen rescue operations in Kerela has been working tirelessly to bring relief to those affected. The Kochi Metro social media feed is informing, educating and helping people to help those who have been affected. Here are some Twitter feeds that public should take note of: [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030718997094838273[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030348676537798656[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030348678970499073[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030402614662295552[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030426603514290177[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1030119081813241856[/embed] As general public and those who are commuting via Kochi Metro, Metro...

Kochi: Today South Railway and Kochi Metro are suspended its operations due to heavy rain flood. Heavy causing the public transport system to collapse in several parts of Central Kerala. Due to continuous rains, the water level has increased in the Periyar River and all the gates of major dams, including Mullaperiyar, Cherutoni, Idukki reservoirs and Idamalar, have been opened. Due to this, the lives of people living in low-lying areas have been majorly affected. Water  level increased to  Bridge no 176 The flood situation has affected the transport system in Kochi city. A spokesman of the South Railway said in a statement in the morning that, "On the down line area between Angamaly and Aluva, the service has been stopped on this bridge due to increasing water level at bridge no 176." Kochi Metro train operation suspended Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) closed its operation this morning after being submerged in the water of its yard in Mattam near Aluva. KMRL said in a state...

Kochi: The driver of auto rickshaw driving past a metro pillar in Kochi was saved by a whisker. Concrete from metro pillar fell from the expansion joint from one of Kochi Metro"s pillars erected near Lisie station on Wednesday. The incident took place around 3.45 in the afternoon. Unexpectedly, concrete pieces from the metro pillar fell down towards a running auto. This sparked a fracas among commuters travelling on that road. When the incident was reported to Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) , the authorities sprung into action. KMRL has not asked Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to prepare a report on the incident. The work on this Kochi metro was taken up by them. KMRL spokesperson shares that thermocol (polystyrene) is used to fill the expansion joint. They want to know why concrete was used instead of thermocol. The Kochi metro officials are concerned as such incidents might pose a threat to pedestrians and motorists travelling on the road. It will raise safety issues for thos...

Kochi: The detailed project report (DPR) for Kakkanad extension is ready and Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) to submit the same to Center. The metro officials are set to handover the report to Urban Development Ministry to get approval. The DPR to be submitted today is for the 11-km long Kakkanad extension. The agency is getting ready to start piling for the extension starting from December this year. State sanctioned is accorded and a Government order is also issued for the same. Managing director, KMRL, A.P.M. Mohammed Hanish is expecting positive response from the central government. The metro body is geared up to begin piling work for the Kakkanad extension from end of the year. Basic preparatory work to be wrapped up before the approval, this comprises of widening the corridor to 22 meters. Hanish also informs that a social impact assessment study is underway before going ahead with land acquisition. If the central government gives approval in coming months, the ₹2,310 cror...

KOCHI: On Thursday the much-delayed Phase II development of the Vyttila Mobility Hub (VMH) got a major fillip as the implementing agency Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) awarded the consultancy work for the preparation of the detailed project report (DPR) to Delhi-based IPE Global Ltd. Within three month’s it is expected to be concluded. This contract is worth over Rs 1.20 crore. Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) in a press release said that the focus of developing the DPR for VMH will be on providing seamless connectivity between various modes of transport like buses, metro, ferry/water metro, autorickshaws and cabs in a passenger-centric manner. They should provide a well-planned infrastructure that prioritizes pedestrians and non-motorised transport users and ensures their safety. It should also accommodate all public and private buses, including the interstate contract carriage permit and state-owned buses, traveling through Vyttila junction and facilitate their entry and exit in t...

Kochi: The second-phase extension for metro rail received Kerala government’s approval for the state’s lone metro system. Pinarayi Vijayan who chaired the cabinet gave his approval for the extension. This leg of Kochi Metro will take the elevated train network to the city’s IT hub located at Kakkanad. This will be 11.2 km-long extension starting from JLN Stadium to Kakkanad that will be covering 11 stations. The estimated cost for said project is around Rs 2310 crore. The Kochi Metro stations on this route are - Kochi CEZ, Chembumukku, Palarivattam Junction, Palarivattam Bypass, Infopark-1Vazhakkala, Kunnumpuram, Kakkanad, Chittethukara and KINFRA. Presently the Kochi Metro Rail network is plying from Aluva which is a suburb of Kochi, connecting the city centre near Maharaja’s College covering over 18 km. There are a total of 16 stations at this route. On the other hand the first-phase extension commencing at Maharaja’s College to Pettah, taking the train...

Kochi: As per the survey for the proposed 11.2-km Kochi metro rail link from the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kaloor to the InfoPark in Kakkanad, 400 shops to be affected. The survey states that 40 shops will be completely destroyed and 360 shops will be partially ripped off. In the primary findings of the survey it is estimated that land from 280 landowners will have to be acquired. The study was conducted ahead of acquisition for Kochi Metro. Initial work on metro rail extension to Kakkanad has began and officials are optimistic that the central government will give due clearance soon. On the other hand representative from the Kerala Voluntary Health Service held discussions with those who will lose their commercial establishments and land. KVHS conduct studies on social implication of such project on those likely to be affected directly. KVHS is likely to complete the study by the end of this month and the findings will be submitted to district administration. The study is undertak...

Kochi:  Kochi Metro elevates itself into a shopping circuit with the second interconnection with The Chennai Silks. It"s a major milestone in the history of the 56-year old establishment, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Kochi this year. It was indeed a day to rejoice for every shopaholic Kochinite when Chennai Silks, MG Road Kochi will become the second business establishment to connect with Kochi Metro as per the interconnection policy approved by Kochi Metro Rail Limited . Commuters travelling via MG Road Metro station will now be able to shop at the favorite store. In fact, it is an additional reason to travel in a metro as you get to shop and ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned metro coach. On Sunday, amidst fanfare and celebration, Chennai Silks opened its showroom. Cultural event was part of the inauguration ceremony. Here are some of the glimpses from the event: [gallery size="large" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" td_gallery_title_inpu...

Kochi: Travelling in metro will now come with an added feature – an exquisite air-conditioned bed space dormitory. Yes, you are reading it right, Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has opened India’s first dormitory facility at MG Road Metro Station. This is first of its kind initiative taken by a metro body offering world class accommodation at pocket friendly rate. This will be a bed space dormitory with air-conditioned facility. The dormitory will be operated and managed by Peters Inn. The project was inaugurated jointly by by Kochi Mayor Soumini Jain alongside MLAs S Sharma, V D Satheeshan, Hibi Eden, P T Thomas as well as former MLA Dominic Presentation and KMRL MD APM Mohammed Hanish. The facility will be available at MG Road Kochi Metro Station. The dormitory comes with loads of features like free Wi-Fi, security cameras, lockers and check-in and check-out facility round the clock. This will be a fully air-conditioned dormitory which people can use at economical rents....

KOCHI: An ease for regular customers as the Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) launched passes at discounted rates, Aluva, Edappally, and Maharaja are initially the three stations from where the passes will be issued. There will be two types of passes like one pass for 30 trips, which will be valid for 30 days and the second will be of 60 trips having a 60 days validity. Nuba CR, a rider the one who one who is logged maximum trips in the last year was handed a 60 trips pass by the KMRL MD Mohammed Hanish at the Edappally metro station at 11:30 am. Regular passengers can avail special offers from tomorrow on, with Kochi1 card. More details here - https://t.co/RsfX7yhtgE pic.twitter.com/Qfof22fKHU — Kochi Metro Rail (@MetroRailKochi) July 4, 2018 Passes for regular Kochi Metro passengers were launched today at Edappally station. Shri. Nubaj C R, one of the most frequent metro commuter received a 60 trip pass from KMRL MD Shri. Mohammed Hanish. For more information on special pass : h...

Kochi: Travelling in a metro calls for a certain discipline. Kochi Metro has started slew of social media posts to educate commuters on etiquette to be adopted while traveling in a metro train. Here are some amazing social media creatives that not only makes you laugh but also educates you on how best one can commute via metro. [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1013071406853025795[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1009628496686034944[/embed] [embed]https://twitter.com/MetroRailKochi/status/1005092036620324864[/embed]

Kochi: Kochi metro is the first metro in the country which connects roads, rails and waterway facilities and every Kochi metro station is designed on a specific theme Kerala culture, diversity and geography. It has elevated route spanning 25 km from Aluva to Petta 23 stations. Kochi Metro Rail Ltd are still waiting for the complete forming of the walkway. The whole idea of making a walkway is to connect the two-metro station Ernakulam Boat Jetty and Maharaja college. The whole project is on the shoulder of the Metro Rail Authority. Due to incomplete construction people are facing lots of problem as there is no proper space for the pedestrian. The main reason for the delay of the construction is the land as it is belonging to various government department. The project is said to done within the eight months but it is only 50% of the work has been done. The KMRL official stated that as soon they get the land they will get back to complete the whole construction work so that pe...

Kochi: People across the India celebrates successful Anniversary of Kochi Metro with various program at Kochi on Sunday. A music concert held at Maharaja’s Metro station, Celebrates festival by cutting a huge cake with Kochi Metro Rail Ltd at Edappally Metro Station and People residents, commuters, people’s representatives. In evening cultural program were celebrated at various station. Commuters also got the opportunity to show their talent, Magics were also performed by Muthukad. Journey of Kochi Metro The construction of Kochi metro has been laid by our one of the Prime Minister of India on September 2012, 2013 by Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL). It is a 50-50 joint venture between Central Government and State Government. Total  length of Kochi Metro is 25 km. Which was constructed in two phase, first phase which was 13.4 km from Aluva to Palarivattom and the second one consist 5 km from Palarivattom to Maharaj’s college stadium. Kochi metro provides more job opp...

India"s Metro Man | E.Sreedharan  Birthday On 12 June Apart from Delhi, in some other cities of the country, Metro is also making people"s life easier at their own pace. The speed of the metro has not only reduced the distances but also provided a very comfortable way of transportation to the people. E. Sreedharan, who is known as Metro Man, played a key role in bringing this revolution in the country as a metro. He was born on today, i.e., on June 12, 1932. Let"s know today we find some interesting things related to them ... BIOGRAPHY |EARLY LIFE E. Sreedharan was born on 12 June 1932 in Palakkad district of  Kerala state.His early education took place from Palakkad"s Basel Evangelical Mission Higher Secondary School. He studied college from the Victoria College in Palghat. Education of Civil Engineering from Government Engineering College Kakinada district of Andhra Pradesh. After completing engineering studies, Metro Man taught at "Government Polytechnic...

Kochi: A well know mall  Lulu in Edapally, Kochi is the first business establishment to connect with Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. (KMRL). A skywalk connecting mall with metro station opened for public on 14th June 2018, Thursday by managing director APM Mohammed Hanish. Kochi marked a new achievement before it’s first anniversary with a great tie-up. The connectivity is expected to bring down vehicular traffic at busy Edapally Junction and make it easier for the public to commute from metro station to mall and back. Skywalk will operate from 9am to 10pm. According to the KMRL policy, the entire cost of direct connectivity, including civil work, lighting, additional lifts, shifting of utilities, ticketing office, security cabins and other modifications is borne by the mall as they were keen on having a skywalk link with a metro station. The land licence for the shadow area of the skywalk within the KMRL property equal to 99% of the market value of the land, and a license fee per an...

Kochi: On June 19 commuters in Kochi who have yet not taken their first ride in the metro train should hitch a ride on this date. The surprise is that you won’t have to pay a penny to travel in metro on June 19. Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) as part of its first anniversary celebrations is offering free rides to riders. In fact, the officials are also waving off the issuance and annual fees for those who purchase Kochi-1-card starting from June 15 - June 30. This and lot more surprises are rolled out for passengers who use the public transport to commute. Passengers will get to boot unlimited rides on June 19. As per managing director of KMRL, A.P.M. Mohammed Hanish the entire day will be free for riders. Other incentives that will be offered include wavier of ₹75 annual fee and ₹150 on the issuance fee for those buying Kochi-1 pre-paid smart card from June 15 to June 30 he added. There is are week-long celebrations that are being planned out to celebrate the comple...

Kochi: Good news seems to be underway for passengers who are flying out of Kochi International airport via Kochi Metro stations. There are plans to offer check-in facility via Kochi Metro. This possibility is being explored by Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) as well as state government, CIAL and several stakeholders. The officials are looking at offering facility of airline check-in as and baggage drop points at specific metro stations for those passengers who need to fly out via Kochi International airport. KR Jyothilal, Transport secretary had recently shared that check-in facilities might be initiated from JLN Station. This project will be part of the efforts to combine Kochi Metro with the airport. Jyothilal also stated that they are working on the feasibility of the project as they need to set up system of transporting luggage from Kochi Metro to Cial. They will also have to meet various airline companies to ascertain their willingness to associate with the initiative. If the pla...