DMRC Introduces Hydrogen-Powered Shuttle Buses in Central Vista, New Delhi
DMRC launches hydrogen-fueled shuttle buses in Central Vista
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The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has launched a hydrogen-powered shuttle bus service in Central Vista, New Delhi, in partnership with the Indian government. The service features two buses provided by Indian Oil Corporation Limited, designed to enhance last-mile connectivity for commuters during peak office hours.
- 01The shuttle buses have a seating capacity of 35 passengers and include GPS tracking and CCTV for safety.
- 02Service hours are from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm on working days.
- 03The initiative aims to provide environmentally friendly last-mile connectivity to government offices and metro stations.
- 04DMRC plans to expand the shuttle service to connect government colonies with nearby metro stations.
- 05Amit Kumar Jain, DMRC's Director of Operations, emphasized the importance of sustainable transport options.
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On May 15, 2023, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) launched an integrated hydrogen-powered shuttle bus service in Central Vista, New Delhi. This initiative, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, aims to enhance last-mile connectivity in the area. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has supplied two state-of-the-art buses, each with a seating capacity of 35 passengers and equipped with GPS tracking and CCTV systems for safety and efficiency. The shuttle service will operate on working days during peak hours, specifically from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. DMRC's Director of Operations, Amit Kumar Jain, highlighted the service's role in connecting offices and metro stations in Central Vista, noting the government's plans to extend shuttle services to connect government colonies with metro stations. This initiative underscores DMRC's commitment to providing sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation options, complementing the existing metro services.
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This initiative will improve public transport options for commuters in Central Vista, making it easier to access government offices and metro stations.
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