Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has said that an ambitious pod taxi project has been planned for Thane city to provide last-mile connectivity and enhance urban commute.
Addressing an event on Tuesday, March 31, Shinde said the proposed pod taxi system will be introduced in the Ghodbunder region, with the foundation stone for the project set to be laid soon, reported PTI.
Shinde said the foundation stone for the ambitious pod taxi project in Thane’s Ghodbunder area will be laid soon.
A pod taxi operates under the Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system, featuring small, automated, driverless electric vehicles running on dedicated elevated tracks. These vehicles are designed to carry a limited number of passengers and provide efficient, point-to-point connectivity.
The system is expected to offer faster travel, reduced congestion, and an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional transport options.
Shinde emphasised that the pod taxi service will provide a modern and convenient mode of transport for Thane residents.
With rapid urbanisation and increasing traffic congestion, the project aims to improve connectivity, especially in areas that are not directly served by existing mass transit systems.
The initiative aligns with the state government’s broader vision of integrating advanced mobility solutions into urban planning.
Moreover, the bhoomipujan of a Pod Taxi system in BKC is expected to take place on April 3.
Additionally, the state government is also planning a ‘Twin Tower’ in the city similar to the Eiffel Tower.
He also thanked the civic body for renovating the press room at the Thane Municipal Corporation headquarters.
“Journalists risk their lives during emergencies like COVID-19 to keep the public informed. It is the administration’s responsibility to provide them with high-quality facilities,” said the deputy CM.
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