New Delhi, Dec. 20 -- In a landmark moment for Madhya Pradesh's capital, the Bhopal Metro officially commenced operations on Saturday. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar flagged off the inaugural train from the Subhash Nagar station, marking the city's transition into a new era of urban mobility.

The launch focuses on the Orange Line's "priority corridor," a 7-km elevated stretch designed to bypass the city's congested road traffic.

The newly operational segment connects Subhash Nagar to AIIMS, serving as a vital link for healthcare workers, students, and shoppers.

Stations: The stretch features eight elevated stops: Subhash Nagar, Kendriya Vidyalaya, DB Mall, MP Nagar, Rani ...