VOICED : New Mumbai metro will beat traffic but at what cost?

Mumbai's traffic congestion is a major issue, and authorities are hopeful that a new metro system will alleviate the problem. The metro, costing $4 billion, is expected to be completed by December 2021 and will reduce road congestion and ease the burden on the suburban railway. However, the project faces opposition from environmentalists concerned about the impact on urban forests and the indigenous Warli community. The government insists that the depot will not lead to further construction, while the metro project continues to progress.

What is the primary goal of the new underground metro system in Mumbai?

• To increase the number of tourists

• To connect Mumbai with other cities

• To ease commuter congestion

• To promote local businesses

How long is the proposed metro line expected to be?

• 100 kilometers

• 50 kilometers

• 33 kilometers

• 20 kilometers

What is the estimated cost of the Mumbai metro project?

• $2 billion

• $3 billion

• $1 billion

• $4 billion

What is one of the major safety concerns the metro project aims to address?

• Traffic accidents on highways

• Crime rates in the suburbs

• Overcrowding on suburban trains

• Pollution in the city

Why are environmentalists concerned about the metro project?

• It will displace local businesses

• It threatens an urban forest

• It will increase traffic congestion

• It will increase pollution levels