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**Kochi Metro Faces Technical Glitch, Disrupts Kochi-1 Card Services**
**KOCHI, September 13, 2025 (The Hindu) -** A technical malfunction has disrupted Kochi-1 pre-paid card services on the Kochi Metro, causing inconvenience to commuters starting from 6:00 AM this Saturday. Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) has responded by activating manual ticket issuance counters at all stations.
According to a press release, passengers presenting Kochi-1 cards will continue to receive the usual discounts, including 20% off single journey tickets, 25% off trip passes and 33% off trip passes. KMRL assures no commuter will lose out on their privileges.
Currently, one entry and exit gate has been made operational for Kochi-1 card users at Aluva, Muttom, Kalamassery, Pulinchodu, Companypady, Cochin University and Maharaja’s College stations. The technical team is working to extend this provision to all stations.
KMRL expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and assured the public that resolving the issue is a top priority. The situation is being closely monitored, and updates will be provided as they become available.
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