Pune Metro Launches Nursing Pods to Support Traveling Mothers, Records 4.8 Million Riders in January, Extends Service Hours
Pune, February 3, 2025: Pune Metro continues to revolutionize urban travel, bringing convenience, inclusivity, and efficiency to commuters. In a major step towards providing a comfortable travel experience for mothers, Pune Metro has inaugurated a ‘Matrushakti Nursing Pod’ at the District Court Metro Station.
The nursing pod, installed with the support of Social Thumb Foundation, aims to assist lactating mothers and caregivers traveling with infants. The facility was officially inaugurated on February 2, 2025, by Minister of State Meghna Deepak Sakore-Bordikar, who oversees Public Health, Family Welfare, Water Supply, Sanitation, Energy, Women & Child Development, and Public Works (Maharashtra State).
मा. राज्यमंत्री श्रीमती. मेघना दिपक साकोरे – बोर्डीकर यांच्या शुभहस्ते पुणे मेट्रोच्या जिल्हा न्यायालय मेट्रो स्थानक येथे 'मातृशक्ती नर्सिंग पॉड' चे लोकार्पण.@MeghnaBordikar @MinistryWCD @MHDWCD @MahaHealthIEC @MahaDGIPR @Info_Pune @InfoDivPune @EvolentHealth#feedingRoom… pic.twitter.com/tQI2AjNXIO
— Pune Metro Rail (@metrorailpune) February 2, 2025
With a growing number of female commuters, Pune Metro recognizes the need for safe and private spaces for nursing mothers. This initiative ensures a hassle-free journey for mothers who often face difficulties finding suitable spaces to breastfeed or attend to their child’s needs. More such nursing pods are expected to be installed across various metro stations in the near future.
Pune Metro Sees a Massive 4.8 Million Riders in January 2025
Pune Metro continues to be the preferred mode of transport for thousands of daily commuters, recording an impressive 4,964,224 riders in January 2025. This translates to a daily ridership of approximately 160,136 passengers, highlighting the growing trust of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad residents in metro travel.
Offering a traffic-free, time-saving, and eco-friendly alternative, Pune Metro has firmly established itself as a crucial component of the city’s public transportation network.
Pune Metro Extends Service Hours till 11:00 PM
In yet another commuter-friendly move, Pune Metro has extended its service hours starting January 26, 2025 (Republic Day). The last metro will now run until 11:00 PM, providing more flexibility and convenience to late-evening travelers. This extension is expected to further boost ridership and cater to office-goers, students, and those returning home late from events or travel.
With a rising ridership, extended service hours, and improved commuter facilities, Pune Metro continues to enhance the urban mobility experience for the residents of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
