Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) continues to strengthen its position as a safe, efficient, and reliable mode of transport for the people of Chennai. Demonstrating growing public trust and usage, CMRL recorded an impressive ridership of 89,09,724 passengers in May 2025, the highest monthly count in recent times.This figure marks a significant upward trend when compared to previous months:
January 2025: 86,99,344 passengers
February 2025: 86,65,803 passengers
March 2025: 92,10,069 passengers (the highest in 2025 so far)
April 2025: 87,59,587 passengers
Within May, May 5 stood out as the busiest day, with 3,23,899 passengers availing metro services, setting a single-day record for the month.
To encourage the use of public transport and make travel more affordable, CMRL offers a 20% discount across various ticketing platforms. These include:
Mobile QR Code Ticketing (Single, Return, Group Tickets, and Trip Passes)
WhatsApp Ticketing via +91 83000 86000
Digital payment apps such as Paytm and PhonePe
NCMC (National Common Mobility) Card
CMRL’s consistent growth in ridership is a testament to its commitment to offering a seamless and commuter-friendly experience. With technological integrations and passenger-focused incentives, Chennai Metro is fast becoming the city’s preferred travel partner.