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Introduction


 Traveling in chennai has become more affordable and accessible with the launch of a one rupee ticket offer by the chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA). This initiative promotes digital payments and encourages multi-modal transport across buses, metro, and suburban trains.


Campaign Details


Offer Launch Date: november 13, 2025

Ticket Price: Rs. 1 per trip

Modes of Transport: Bus, metro, and suburban train

Validity: Limited period, applicable once per user

How to Avail the One-Rupee Ticket


Download the chennai One App: Available on Android and iOS.


Select Your Destination: Choose where you want to travel.


Make Payment: Use BHIM (Bharat Interface for Money) app or Navi UPI to complete the payment.


Unlock the Ticket: Upon successful payment, the one-rupee ticket is activated.


Key Features


Digital Payments: Encourages cashless transactions via wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital platforms.


Surprise Cashback: Users may receive cashback during the campaign period on further transactions.


Single-Platform Access: The app offers an all-in-one solution for planning and tracking bus, metro, local train, auto, and taxi journeys.


App Popularity


Over 5.5 Lakh Registrations: In the first month after launch.


1.4 Million Trip Searches and 8.1 Million Ticket Bookings have been made so far.


App Praise: The chennai One app has received positive feedback for its user-friendly interface, integrated QR code system, and ease of use.


A Step Toward Green Mobility


Environmental Focus: The initiative is part of Chennai’s efforts to promote green mobility and sustainable transportation.


CUMTA's Vision: Aiming to transform public transport into a daily, convenient, and eco-friendly experience for citizens.


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