On Wednesday, Delhi Metro services on the Magenta Line, which runs from Botanical Garden to Krishna Park Extension, were severely disrupted for nearly eight hours due to a signalling issue. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) reported that the fault was identified on the Kalkaji Mandir-Botanical Garden section at 10:30 am and resolved by 6 pm. During this period, trains operated at reduced speeds, causing significant delays and overcrowding at stations, particularly at Hauz Khas and Botanical Garden. Commuters reported travel times extending to hours, with some expressing frustration over having to pay penalties for exceeding their ticket's validity due to the delays. DMRC officials stated that announcements were made to inform passengers about the situation and advised them to use alternate routes when necessary. Despite the disruptions, normal services resumed after the issue was resolved.