Eight years on, Chennai metro yet to get some things right

t has been eight years since metro rail commenced services in the city, but a few crucial issues that mar rider comfort and discourage commuters from using the trains are yet to be resolved. The trains have started to become crowded during peak hours, but daily ridership is just 2. 5 lakh a day against the 7.75 lakh a day it was projected to grow to by this time. U Tejonmayam looks at four issues that need to be addressed to ensure more people use the services.

Ease parking woes of motorists

Regular commuters face hassles in parking at busy stations such as airport, Meenambakkam and Thirumangalam.