The Hyderabad Metro Rail (MMTS) has witnessed a significant decline in daily passenger patronage, dropping from 1.5 lakh two years ago to less than 50,000 currently. This decline is attributed to irregular scheduling, frequent cancellations, and a lack of last-mile connectivity. The South Central Railway (SCR) has reduced MMTS services...
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from 121 to 88 per day, with each trip carrying an average of 550 passengers. Passengers and the Suburban Train Travellers Association have urged the railway to increase frequency during peak hours, maintain punctuality, and improve last-mile connectivity. The Association specifically highlighted the impractical arrival time of the first train at Secunderabad at 9:40 am, lacking utility and failing to cater to commuters' needs. The lack of last-mile connectivity from Kacheguda, where many southbound trains originate, has also led to a decline in passenger patronage.