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The Managing Director of Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (UPMRC), officially launched the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) GoSmart Card in Kanpur.
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- It is developed under the ‘One Nation, One Card’ initiative, the NCMC is an interoperable transport card that can be used across multiple services, including metro trains, buses, parking facilities, and retail outlets that accept NCMC payments.
- Following its rollout in Agra Metro, the service will soon be available to Lucknow Metro passengers as well.
- With the NCMC GoSmart card, passengers can enjoy hassle-free travel nationwide, promoting seamless mobility while saving both time and energy throughout their journey.
- Using NCMC-compliant cards, Kanpur metro passengers can easily travel without needing separate ticket purchases.
- There is a 10% discount on every metro ride by using an NCMC card.
- The NCMC also supports QR ticket purchases for even more flexibility.
About National Common Mobility Card (NCMC)
- It was launched in India with the tagline of ‘One Nation One Card’ on March 04, 2019.
- Under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
- Key features of the NCMC:
- Interoperability: The card is usable across various modes of transport nationwide, including metro, buses, suburban railways, and even toll and parking charges, eliminating the need for multiple cards.
- Contactless transactions: Equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, allows for tap-and-go payments, speeding up the transaction process.
- Secure transactions: Enhanced security features ensure that transactions are safe and privacy is protected.
- Offline transaction capability: For low-value transactions, the card supports offline payments, reducing dependency on network connectivity for payments.
- Multi-purpose use: For retail purchases, making it a versatile tool for daily use.