M.A. Siddique, Managing Director, CMRL, T. Archunan, Director (Projects), and L.V. Navaneeth, CEO of The Hindu Group, launching the book on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement

Metro Mosaic, a book about the journey of Chennai Metro Rail Limited, launched

Metro Mosaic offers a rich tapestry of stories and milestones of the city’s Metro Rail project, with pictures vividly depicting its evolution over the years

by · The Hindu

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) in collaboration with The HinduGroup launched a coffee table book Metro Mosaic on Tuesday on the former’s foundation day. The book chronicles the journey of one of India’s most transformative urban transportation projects.

Metro Mosaic offers a rich tapestry of stories and milestones of the city’s Metro Rail project, with pictures vividly depicting its evolution over the years. Using old photographs of the city sourced from The Hindu Archives, the book provides a glimpse into the city’s past while celebrating its present-day transformation through the Metro Rail’s development. The narrative weaves together engineering achievements, infrastructure developments, and the project’s focus on sustainability and innovation.

The book also delves into the Metro Rail’s deeper impact on the city, its role in reducing traffic congestion, promoting eco-friendly transportation, and inclusive urban development. It celebrates the dedication of the workforce and the enduring support of Chennai residents, whose collective efforts have made the Metro Rail a symbol of progress and community.

M.A. Siddique, Managing Director, CMRL, launched the book in the presence of T. Archunan, Director (Projects), and L.V. Navaneeth, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Hindu Group. Officials and staff from CMRL and The Hindu were present during the occasion.

Published - December 03, 2024 09:28 pm IST