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Mumbai Public Transport Ridership Declines 15%

MUMBAI: Mumbai’s public transport system is witnessing a significant decline in ridership, with daily numbers for local trains and buses plummeting by 18 lakh, or 15%, since 2009.

Despite the introduction of newer transit options like the Metro and Monorail, overall public transport usage continues to trend downwards, according to a recent report by the Mumbai Mobility Forum (MMF). The data reveals a stark decrease in commuter numbers across the city’s major public transport services. Daily train ridership has decreased from 77 lakh in 2009 to 68 lakh currently. Similarly, bus ridership has fallen from 42 lakh to 33 lakh over the same period.

Although the Metro and Monorail have contributed an additional 7.5 lakh and 18,000 riders respectively, these figures have not been sufficient to counterbalance the overall decline in traditional public transport usage. Interestingly, the rise in intermediate public transport options such as autos and taxis, which have seen an increase of 8 lakh riders, has not offset the decline in trains, Metro, Monorail, and buses. As a result, the total daily ridership across all public transport modes has dropped by approximately 2 lakh.

In stark contrast, the number of private vehicles in Mumbai has surged. Private car ownership has nearly trebled, climbing from 5 lakh in 2009 to 14 lakh today. Two-wheeler registrations have also experienced a similar tripling effect. This dramatic increase in private vehicle use highlights a growing preference for personal transportation over public options. The Mumbai Mobility Forum has taken note of this troubling trend and has petitioned city MPs and government authorities to implement corrective measures.

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