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Viral Video Revives Debate Over Mumbai Metro’s In‑Coach Bicycle Hooks

The feature has operated since 2022 on Lines 2A and 7 to encourage last‑mile cycling.

Overview

  • A weekend clip on X shows a commuter hanging her bicycle on a designated hook inside a coach, drawing wide attention online.
  • Mumbai Metro permits bikes in marked areas on Lines 2A and 7 at no additional charge using simple front‑wheel hooks.
  • The metro authority frames the offering as a green mobility measure for environmentally conscious and health‑minded riders.
  • Commenters questioned how the setup would work during crowded periods and pointed to needs like cycle‑friendly lifts and protected lanes.
  • Some urged rentals or folding bikes and called for similar features in other cities such as Delhi, and there have been no new restrictions or policy changes reported.