State governments funds Kochi Metro-Phase I extension; BMTC secures approval to raise debt for buses, India April 4, 2016 | Asia Pacific Finance The government of Kerala has sanctioned INR1.23 billion for the preparatory works of the Kochi Metro Rail Project Phase I extension. The line will span 8 km from Pettah to Tripunithura, covering two s... This content is available to only subscribers. Username or E-mail Password Remember Me Forgot Password