[2] The system is proposed to reduce traffic congestion as well as provide direct connectivity to Nashik city from its suburbs.
This project is implemented and operated by Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited with the help of Central and State Government, Nashik Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA) and Nashik Municipal Corporation.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray in an interview stated that feasibility report will be created soon.
Greater Nashik Metro will be implemented by MahaMetro and funded by City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO).
2nd line This route is proposed to be built from Gangapur Road to Mumbai Naka.