Press Release, 1 January 2026
India’s leading digital mapping and navigation platform, MapmyIndia Mappls, has taken a major step toward making city commuting more convenient and sustainable by introducing multimodal public transport routes on its flagship Mappls App. With this new feature, users can now access metro, rail, and bus route information directly within the app, enabling more efficient planning for daily commutes.
The multimodal integration strengthens Mappls’ position as a comprehensive mobility platform, combining private and public transport data in one fully indigenous app. Currently live in select cities — including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, and more the feature allows commuters to view routes, stations, stops, and interchange options, helping reduce travel time, congestion, and carbon footprint. The capability is already available on iOS and web, with Android support rolling out soon.
Commenting on the launch, Rakesh Verma, Co-Founder, Chairman & MD of MapmyIndia Mappls, said:
“The addition of public transport routes is a direct result of listening to our users. Our goal is to make the Mappls App inclusive and accessible, helping citizens navigate the city smarter and safer. By integrating public transport, we are encouraging sustainable travel while enhancing the everyday navigation experience.”
The new feature complements Mappls’ existing tools, including turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic updates, safety alerts, and intelligent routing. By simplifying access to public transport information, Mappls aims to increase adoption of mass transit, reduce congestion, and support cleaner, greener cities.
Built entirely in India, Mappls adheres to national security and geographical standards while providing world-class mapping capabilities. As the country embraces sustainable urban mobility, MapmyIndia Mappls continues to expand public transport coverage and enrich data across cities, reinforcing its role as India’s most comprehensive and future-ready indigenous navigation platform.
Compiled using AI, Image source: Mappls App
