The Times Of India · Infrastructure · 2026-08-10
Can Trams Trundle in Chandigarh?
Chandigarh may consider modern battery-powered trams as a greener, lower-cost alternative to an underground Metro, easing congestion while preserving heritage streets.
Why it matters. Choosing battery-powered trams over an underground Metro offers cities a cost-effective, eco-friendly transit model that preserves historic urban architecture.
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