
Kochi metro passengers to get 50% fare discount on Oct. 2
The Hindu
Kochi metro commuters will get a 50% discount on train fare on October 2, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi. Kochi-1 card holders will get cashback of difference in amount to the card. The free ticke
Kochi metro commuters will get a 50% discount on train fare on October 2, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi.
Kochi-1 card holders will get cashback of difference in amount to the card. The free ticket scheme for mentally challenged passengers and 50% discount for their accompanying passengers too will take effect from the day.
The frequency of trains too will be increased from October 2. An additional train will be kept as standby to cater to sudden surge, if any, in passenger demand to ensure physical distancing.

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