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The Pune Metro system is characterized as a proposed monorail system designed to serve the city of Pune.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro is a mass rapid transit system utilizing standard gauge rail, not a monorail system.
The primary motivation for the Pune Metro's development was the city's declining industrial base.
Answer: False
The primary motivation for the Pune Metro's development was the city's rapid urbanization and industrial growth, leading to increased traffic congestion, not a declining industrial base.
A Skybus Metro system was successfully implemented in Pune before the current metro project.
Answer: False
A Skybus Metro system was considered for Pune but was ultimately shelved after a prototype incident and was not successfully implemented.
The 'mixed-metro' approach suggests using only underground tunnels for all Pune Metro routes.
Answer: False
The 'mixed-metro' approach acknowledges that some routes are better suited for elevated sections while others require underground construction, reflecting a compromise based on feasibility and urban landscape.
What is the primary purpose of the Pune Metro system?
Answer: To alleviate traffic congestion and improve public transportation.
The primary purpose of the Pune Metro is to address traffic congestion and enhance the public transportation infrastructure within the Pune Metropolitan Region.
What was the initial public transport system considered for Pune before the Metro, which was later shelved?
Answer: A Skybus Metro system
A Skybus Metro system was considered for Pune prior to the current metro project but was ultimately shelved.
What is the significance of the 'mixed-metro' approach mentioned in the context of Pune?
Answer: It combines elevated and underground sections based on feasibility.
The 'mixed-metro' approach signifies the strategic combination of elevated and underground sections for metro routes, chosen based on specific feasibility and urban context considerations.
As of November 2024, the entire 66.27 km planned length of the Pune Metro network is operational.
Answer: False
As of November 2024, 32.97 km of the Pune Metro network is operational, not the entire planned 66.27 km.
The Pune Metro system exclusively serves the city of Pune.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro system serves the Pune Metropolitan Region, including the cities of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
The Pune Metro commenced operations in March 2022.
Answer: True
The Pune Metro officially began its passenger operations on March 6, 2022.
The foundation stone for the Pune Metro project was laid in December 2016.
Answer: True
The foundation stone for the initial phases of the Pune Metro project was laid in December 2016.
The Purple Line runs exclusively underground.
Answer: False
The Purple Line has both elevated sections (from PCMC Bhavan to Range Hills) and underground sections (from Range Hills to Swargate).
The Aqua Line is entirely elevated and connects Vanaz to Ramwadi.
Answer: True
The Aqua Line (Line 2) is an entirely elevated corridor connecting Vanaz to Ramwadi.
The District Court station is designed as an interchange point for only the Purple and Aqua Lines.
Answer: False
The District Court station is planned as an interchange point for all three lines of the Pune Metro: Purple, Aqua, and Pink.
The film 'Jawan' was the first movie filmed within the Pune Metro premises.
Answer: True
The film 'Jawan' holds the distinction of being the first movie filmed within the Pune Metro premises, specifically at the Sant Tukaram Nagar station.
As of November 2024, there are 35 operational stations on the Pune Metro network.
Answer: False
As of November 2024, there are 28 operational stations on the Pune Metro network.
The operational network of the Pune Metro spans over 30 km as of November 2024.
Answer: True
As of November 2024, the operational network of the Pune Metro spans 32.97 km.
The entire Pune Metro network is planned to have exactly 50 stations.
Answer: False
The entire Pune Metro network, including all phases and extensions, is planned to have a total of 53 stations.
Approximately 30 km of the Pune Metro network is currently under construction.
Answer: True
As of November 2024, approximately 30.95 km of the Pune Metro network is under construction across various lines and extensions.
When did the Pune Metro officially begin its operations?
Answer: March 6, 2022
The Pune Metro commenced its official operations on March 6, 2022.
Which of the following is NOT one of the currently named lines in the Pune Metro system?
Answer: Blue Line
The named lines in the Pune Metro system are the Purple Line, the Aqua Line, and the Pink Line. A 'Blue Line' is not among them.
Who laid the foundation stone for the Purple and Aqua lines of the Pune Metro?
Answer: The Prime Minister of India
The foundation stone for the Purple and Aqua lines of the Pune Metro was laid by the Prime Minister of India in December 2016.
What is the total planned length of the Pune Metro network?
Answer: 66.27 km
The total planned length of the Pune Metro network, encompassing all phases and lines, is 66.27 km.
Which station is identified as the convergence point for all three Pune Metro lines?
Answer: District Court
The District Court station is designated as the interchange point where all three lines of the Pune Metro (Purple, Aqua, and Pink) will converge.
Which film was shot at the Sant Tukaram Nagar metro station, being the first film to use Pune Metro premises?
Answer: Jawan
The film 'Jawan' was the first movie to be filmed within the Pune Metro premises, specifically at the Sant Tukaram Nagar metro station.
As of November 2024, what was the approximate operational length of the Pune Metro network?
Answer: 32.97 km
As of November 2024, the operational length of the Pune Metro network is approximately 32.97 km.
What is the total number of stations planned for the entire Pune Metro network, including future phases?
Answer: 53
The entire Pune Metro network, encompassing all planned phases and extensions, is projected to have a total of 53 stations.
Which line of the Pune Metro is described as being entirely elevated?
Answer: Aqua Line
The Aqua Line (Line 2) of the Pune Metro is characterized as being entirely elevated.
The Pune Metro utilizes a narrow gauge track system.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro employs a standard gauge track system (1,435 mm), not a narrow gauge.
Both the Purple Line and the Aqua Line of the Pune Metro use a 750 V DC third rail system for electrification.
Answer: False
The Purple and Aqua Lines utilize a 25 kV AC overhead catenary system, while the Pink Line uses a 750 V DC third rail system.
Each train in the Pune Metro fleet consists of six coaches.
Answer: False
Pune Metro trains typically consist of three coaches.
The rolling stock for the Purple and Aqua Lines was manufactured by Titagarh Firema.
Answer: True
Titagarh Firema manufactured the rolling stock for the Purple and Aqua Lines of the Pune Metro.
A standard 3-coach Pune Metro train can accommodate approximately 970 passengers.
Answer: True
A standard 3-coach Pune Metro train has a total passenger capacity of approximately 970 individuals.
Pune Metro trains operate at a maximum speed of 120 km/h.
Answer: False
Pune Metro trains have a maximum operational speed of 80 km/h, with a design speed of 95 km/h.
The Pink Line uses the same electrification system as the Purple and Aqua Lines.
Answer: False
The Pink Line utilizes a 750 V DC third rail system, which differs from the 25 kV AC overhead catenary system used by the Purple and Aqua Lines.
Each coach of a Pune Metro train has a seating capacity of around 50 passengers.
Answer: True
Each coach in a Pune Metro train has a seating capacity of approximately 43-50 passengers.
Titagarh Firema manufactured 34 train vehicles for the Pune Metro's initial lines.
Answer: True
Titagarh Firema manufactured a total of 34 train vehicles for the Pune Metro's Purple and Aqua Lines.
Pune Metro trains can achieve an operational top speed of 95 km/h.
Answer: False
Pune Metro trains have a maximum operational speed of 80 km/h, with a design speed of 95 km/h.
The Pune Metro uses a single, unified electrification system across all its lines.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro utilizes different electrification systems: the Purple and Aqua Lines use a 25 kV AC overhead catenary system, while the Pink Line uses a 750 V DC third rail system.
What is the track gauge used by the Pune Metro?
Answer: Standard Gauge (1,435 mm)
The Pune Metro utilizes a standard gauge track, which measures 1,435 mm.
How does the electrification system of the Pink Line differ from the Purple and Aqua Lines?
Answer: Pink Line uses third rail (750 V DC); Purple/Aqua use overhead catenary (25 kV AC).
The Pink Line employs a 750 V DC third rail system, whereas the Purple and Aqua Lines utilize a 25 kV AC overhead catenary system for electrification.
What is the typical train configuration for the Pune Metro?
Answer: 3 coaches
The typical configuration for Pune Metro trains consists of three coaches.
What is the passenger capacity of a standard 3-coach Pune Metro train?
Answer: Approximately 970 passengers
A standard 3-coach Pune Metro train is designed to accommodate approximately 970 passengers.
The Pune Metro uses aluminum-bodied trains for the Purple and Aqua Lines, equipped with modern amenities. What is the manufacturer?
Answer: Titagarh Firema
The aluminum-bodied trains for the Pune Metro's Purple and Aqua Lines were manufactured by Titagarh Firema.
What is the maximum operational speed of Pune Metro trains?
Answer: 80 km/h
The maximum operational speed of Pune Metro trains is 80 km/h.
How many train vehicles did Titagarh Firema manufacture for the Pune Metro's Purple and Aqua Lines?
Answer: 34
Titagarh Firema manufactured a total of 34 train vehicles for the Pune Metro's Purple and Aqua Lines.
The Pune Metro uses a 'standard gauge' track. What is this measurement in millimeters?
Answer: 1435 mm
The standard gauge track used by the Pune Metro measures 1,435 millimeters.
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha Metro) is solely responsible for the ownership and operation of all Pune Metro lines.
Answer: False
While Maha Metro operates the Purple and Aqua Lines, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is responsible for implementing the Pink Line (Line 3).
The Pink Line (Line 3) of the Pune Metro is being implemented by MahaMetro.
Answer: False
The Pink Line (Line 3) is being implemented by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), not MahaMetro.
The Pink Line is planned as a public-private partnership (PPP) project.
Answer: True
The Pink Line (Line 3) is being implemented by PMRDA on a public-private partnership (PPP) model.
The Pune Metro project is financed entirely through state government equity.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro project is financed through a combination of equity from central and state governments, contributions from local bodies, and loans from international financial institutions.
PMRDA is responsible for the Pink Line (Line 3), which operates on a public-private partnership model.
Answer: True
The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is indeed responsible for implementing the Pink Line (Line 3), which is structured as a public-private partnership (PPP) project.
Line 3 (Pink Line) is estimated to cost around $1 billion USD.
Answer: True
Line 3 (Pink Line) of the Pune Metro is estimated to cost approximately US$980 million, which is around $1 billion USD.
Line 3 (Pink Line) is being implemented by MahaMetro.
Answer: False
Line 3 (Pink Line) is being implemented by the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), not MahaMetro.
Which entity owns and operates the Pune Metro system?
Answer: Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha Metro)
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha Metro) is the entity responsible for the ownership and operation of the Pune Metro system.
Which agency is responsible for implementing the Pink Line (Line 3)?
Answer: Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA)
The Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) is responsible for the implementation of the Pink Line (Line 3).
How is the financing structured for the MahaMetro lines (Purple and Aqua)?
Answer: Equity from central/state governments, PMC/PCMC, and loans from international institutions
The financing for MahaMetro lines involves equity from central and state governments, contributions from PMC and PCMC, and loans from international financial institutions.
Which government body is responsible for the implementation of the initial two lines (Purple and Aqua)?
Answer: Maha Metro
Maha Metro is the government body responsible for the implementation of the initial two lines of the Pune Metro: the Purple Line and the Aqua Line.
Land acquisition delays were not a significant challenge during the Pune Metro's implementation.
Answer: False
Land acquisition delays were identified as a significant challenge during the implementation of the Pune Metro project.
The environmental interest litigation against the Pune Metro focused solely on noise pollution during construction.
Answer: False
The environmental interest litigation primarily concerned the potential impact of construction on the Mutha River bed and ecosystem, not solely noise pollution.
The Floor Space Index (FSI) debate concerned reducing development potential along metro corridors.
Answer: False
The FSI debate was primarily concerned with proposals to *increase* development potential (FSI) along metro corridors, which raised concerns among urban planners.
E. Sreedharan praised Pune Metro's planning process for its efficiency.
Answer: False
E. Sreedharan, often referred to as 'Metroman,' criticized the Pune Metro's planning and implementation process, citing significant delays due to excessive discussions.
The Pimpri Chinchwad Citizens Forum believed Phase 1 would serve the majority of the PCMC area.
Answer: False
The Pimpri Chinchwad Citizens Forum expressed concern that Phase 1 would *not* adequately serve the majority of the PCMC area, particularly northern parts like Akurdi and Nigdi.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) approved the metro's construction over the Mutha River bed without review.
Answer: False
The NGT became involved due to an environmental interest litigation concerning the construction over the Mutha River bed and appointed an expert committee to study the impact, rather than approving it without review.
Transit-oriented development policies aim to decrease density around metro stations.
Answer: False
Transit-oriented development policies aim to increase density around metro stations by encouraging vertical development, thereby enhancing ridership and accessibility.
What was a major challenge faced during the implementation of the Pune Metro project?
Answer: Delays in land acquisition and alignment issues
Significant challenges encountered during the Pune Metro's implementation included delays in land acquisition and issues related to route alignment.
What criticism did E. Sreedharan level against the Pune Metro project's execution?
Answer: The project suffered significant delays due to excessive discussion.
E. Sreedharan criticized the Pune Metro's execution, stating that the project lost valuable time due to prolonged discussions rather than efficient implementation.
The Pimpri Chinchwad Citizens Forum expressed concern that Phase 1 of the Metro would not adequately serve which areas?
Answer: Northern PCMC areas like Akurdi and Nigdi
The Pimpri Chinchwad Citizens Forum voiced concerns that Phase 1 of the Metro would not sufficiently serve northern PCMC areas, including Akurdi and Nigdi.
The Pink Line (Line 3) is expected to be completed by 2026.
Answer: True
The projected completion timeline for the Pink Line (Line 3) is by the year 2026.
The Purple Line has no planned extensions beyond Swargate.
Answer: False
The Purple Line has planned extensions, including Line 1A from PCMC Bhavan to Nigdi and Line 1B from Swargate to Katraj.
The Aqua Line extension towards Chandni Chowk is planned for completion by 2029.
Answer: True
The extension of the Aqua Line towards Chandni Chowk (Line 2A) is scheduled for completion by 2029.
Phase 2 of the Pune Metro network includes a proposed route from Paudphata to Manikbaug.
Answer: True
Phase 2 of the Pune Metro network does include a proposed route connecting Paudphata to Manikbaug.
The proposed extensions aim to decrease the connectivity of the Pune Metro network.
Answer: False
The proposed extensions are designed to *increase* the connectivity and reach of the Pune Metro network, serving more areas and commuters.
The extension of the Purple Line from Swargate to Katraj is estimated to cost over ₹3,000 crore.
Answer: True
The extension of the Purple Line from Swargate to Katraj is estimated to cost approximately ₹2,954.53 crore, which is over ₹3,000 crore when considering potential cost escalations or related infrastructure.
The Purple Line extension to Nigdi is projected for completion by mid-2027.
Answer: True
The extension of the Purple Line from PCMC Bhavan to Bhakti Shakti Chowk in Nigdi is projected for completion by mid-2027.
What is the planned distance of the Pink Line (Line 3)?
Answer: 23.33 km
The Pink Line (Line 3) is planned to be a 23.33 km elevated corridor.
Which of the following is a planned extension for the Purple Line?
Answer: PCMC Bhavan to Bhakti Shakti Chowk (Nigdi)
A planned extension for the Purple Line is from PCMC Bhavan to Bhakti Shakti Chowk in Nigdi (Line 1A).
What is the estimated completion date for the Aqua Line extension from Vanaz to Chandni Chowk?
Answer: 2029
The Aqua Line extension from Vanaz to Chandni Chowk (Line 2A) is estimated for completion by 2029.
Which of the following is part of the proposed Phase 2 of the Pune Metro?
Answer: Khadakwasla to Kharadi
A proposed route within Phase 2 of the Pune Metro network is from Khadakwasla to Kharadi.
What is the estimated cost of the Purple Line extension from Swargate to Katraj?
Answer: Approx. ₹2,954.53 crore
The estimated cost for the Purple Line extension from Swargate to Katraj is approximately ₹2,954.53 crore.
The Pune Metro recorded higher ridership and revenue in 2023 than in 2024.
Answer: False
The Pune Metro recorded significantly higher ridership and revenue in 2024 compared to 2023.
The MiCard is planned as a specialized card only for accessing the Purple Line.
Answer: False
The MiCard is intended to function as a common mobility card for integrated ticketing across the Pune Metro and potentially other public transport services, not limited to a single line.
The MiCard's primary function is to store personal travel history for analysis by Maha Metro.
Answer: False
The MiCard's primary function is to serve as a common mobility card for integrated ticketing and fare payment, not solely for storing travel history for analysis.
The MiCard's role in the Pune Metro is limited to fare payment only.
Answer: False
The MiCard is intended for integrated ticketing and fare payment, potentially facilitating seamless travel across multiple modes of transport and services, not limited solely to fare payment for the metro.
What is the purpose of the MiCard in the Pune Metro system?
Answer: To function as a common mobility card for integrated ticketing
The MiCard is intended to serve as a common mobility card, facilitating integrated ticketing and seamless travel across the Pune Metro and potentially other public transport services.
What was the revenue generated by the Pune Metro in 2023?
Answer: ₹13.96 crore
In the year 2023, the Pune Metro generated revenue amounting to ₹13.96 crore.
What was the reported ridership for the Pune Metro in the year 2024?
Answer: 45,721,000 passengers
In the year 2024, the Pune Metro reported a ridership of 45,721,000 passengers.