India is planning a nationwide rollout of electric and hybrid water metros across 18 cities to reduce urban traffic and lower carbon emissions. The policy focuses on utilizing existing inland waterways to create low-cost, low-carbon public transport corridors in high-density areas. The initiative mandates domestic vessel construction and automated charging infrastructure. By integrating water-based transit with existing land metro and bus networks, the government aims to provide a scalable alternative to expensive rail and road expansions.
