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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis launches the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) at Mantralaya, marking a major step in seamless travel integration for Mumbai Metro Line 3 commuters.
Mumbai: Unified Metro Travel Made Easy with Launch of National Common Mobility Card
In a significant step toward enhancing urban mobility, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis officially launched the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) for Mumbai Metro Line 3 on Tuesday. The launch event was held at Mantralaya and marks the introduction of a unified, contactless travel solution, powered by RuPay.
The NCMC is designed to provide commuters with seamless access across various modes of public transport, starting with the city’s underground Metro Line 3. Developed in collaboration with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the State Bank of India (SBI), this card will simplify fare payments and reduce dependency on multiple travel cards.
The unveiling ceremony was attended by Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, along with several key dignitaries, including Chief Secretary Sujata Saunik; MLC Chandrashekhar Bawankule; Ashwini Bhide, Managing Director of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC); and Rajeev, Director (Systems).
The news was also shared via Mumbai Metro 3’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter) on June 10, highlighting the state government’s commitment to transforming public transportation in the city.
Mumbai Metro Line 3, popularly known as the Aqua Line, is a key infrastructure project designed to link Cuffe Parade with Aarey Colony.
Spanning a total length of 33.5 kilometres, the corridor includes 27 stations and runs predominantly underground. This major urban transit line is being developed through a collaborative effort between the Government of India and the Government of Maharashtra.
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