NAGPUR: Cricket fans in Nagpur have a reason to cheer as Maha Metro Nagpur has announced an extension of its train services till 11:30 PM on 6th February 2025, to facilitate smooth travel after the first One Day International (ODI) match between India and England at Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium, Jamtha.
India and England are scheduled to play first of the three-match One Day International (ODI) Series on 6th February (Thursday) at VCA Stadium, Jamtha. The last metro train will depart from Khapri Metro Station at 11:30 PM, allowing spectators to conveniently reach their destinations. With heavy traffic congestion expected on the road leading to the stadium, the metro services offer hassle-free travel alternative for cricket enthusiasts before and after the match.
After taking train from Khapri, the cricket fans could travel up to Automotive Square or to switch lines at the Sitabuldi Interchange to commute to Lokmanya Nagar or Prajapati Nagar on the Aqua Line. Thus, the cricket fans can beat the traffic congestion by commuting by Metro to travel back to their houses. The road to the stadium would be flooded with vehicles on the Match Day and hence Metro travel would be best option to avail of.
On its part, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) would provide last/first mile connectivity as it has scheduled special bus services for seamless connectivity between New Airport Metro Station and Stadium. Thus, those travelling to watch the One Day match, can travel to New Airport by Metro train and then reach Stadium by bus. Similarly, while returning, the fans can take bus to New Airport Metro station and then travel by train to their respective destination.
Maha Metro urges cricket enthusiasts to opt for Metro and Bus ride to avoid congestion on city roads on Match Day.
