Kuwait's much talked about traffic congestion worsens every year. The government has been trying to resolve the issue by discussing a host of solutions. The metro rail-road project is touted to bring relief to the country's woes. Plans have been drawn up to realize the project in 2015. According to previous statements made by the general manager of the Kuwait Metro Company, KD 15 million will be spent on construction.

Many are skeptical about the project's realization, "I think it will take a long time to realize it in Kuwait. There are many projects on the anvil. It will take 20 years. I think the metro is important because it saves expenses on cars. It saves time because the passenger will reach his destination. The traffic jams will not delay work. It is a great option," Bader, a 25-year- old citizen told the Kuwait Times.

Others feel that this project is flawed, "In the US, I used to take the metro train to reach the university. I used to love it because of its speed. I'm not sure that this project will work because the country is small. There is no need for a metro system. It appears that it is out of place," said Stacy, a 28-year-old American.

I wouldn't mind taking a metro if it exists here. I don't think Kuwaiti culture welcomes the idea of public transportation. The idea is about social status. I think taking another bus might be a better idea. This will alleviate traffic," added Stacy.

Some people are against using the metro, "It's a small country and I'm not sure the metro will be suitable. In fact, I don't face problems with traffic. I don't feel the need to use it. I don't think I will use it. I like to hear my music in the car while driving. I also like to take my own space while driving to the work place. In the metro train, I will not find this." noted 30-year- old Karen.

Karen sees the metro as a good solution, "By using the metro, some people can avoid the rush hour traffic. There are many people who will benefit from it. The laborers and low-income group cannot. I also think that the metro may harm income of taxi drivers," she added. - Kuwait Times