Hyderabad: IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu on Saturday travelled on the Hyderabad Metro, engaging directly with commuters to understand their daily challenges and collect feedback on public transport services.
Minister takes Nagole to Raidurg route, interacts with passengers
Travelling like a regular commuter, Sridhar Babu bought a ticket and boarded the metro from Nagole in the East, disembarking at Raidurg, the city’s major tech corridor. Along the way, he held informal conversations with passengers about a variety of issues including station amenities, safety measures, service frequency, and traffic integration.
Commuters shared both concerns and suggestions, which the Minister acknowledged. He assured them that the State Government is committed to enhancing urban mobility infrastructure.
Government pushes forward with Metro Phase 2, RRR projects
Sridhar Babu pointed to ongoing and upcoming initiatives such as the Metro Phase-2 expansion and the Regional Ring Road (RRR) as key components of Telangana’s urban transport roadmap. He said such projects would ease congestion and improve last-mile connectivity across Hyderabad.
‘People’s government open to criticism,’ says Sridhar Babu
Reiterating the government’s accountability, the Minister said the administration is not only open to appreciation but also welcomes constructive criticism. He called on citizens to actively engage in the State’s development process and support efforts to build a modern, commuter-friendly Telangana.