Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the country's first-ever "Water Metro" services on April 25th in Kochi, Kerala. The move is expected to bolster economic growth, tourism, and transport connectivity in the region. The Water Metro is a unique urban mass transit system that offers the same level of convenience and travel experience as conventional metro systems. It is set to be launched as a "dream project" of the state, with the goal of accelerating the growth and development of Kochi. According to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's Facebook post, the project will be launched at a cost of Rs 1,136.83 crore and will be funded by the Government of Kerala and German bank KfW. The Kochi Water Metro will connect 10 islands in and around the city, with a total of 78 electric boats and 38 terminals.
