L&T Metro Rail requires the Telangana Government’s backing to acquire new train sets, enabling an increase in daily services from 1,075 trips.

L&T Metro Rail Hyderabad (L&TMRH) is planning to increase daily services by adding new train sets. Currently, they operate 1,075 trips per day, but aim to increase this number. The CEO, KVB Reddy, has stated that they have identified three indigenous manufacturing firms to produce 10 new three-coach train sets, but require government support due to financial constraints. The new trains are expected to take around 15-18 months to produce once the purchase order is finalized. In the meantime, efforts are being made to increase short loop line trips to cater to rush hour traffic. The CEO has also encouraged passengers to move away from doors to allow more people to board, which could increase ridership from 5 lakh to 7 lakh. The current ridership is estimated to be 10% below peak capacity. Additionally, the MGBS interchange station will be developed into a cultural hub, with space for arts and cultural events.