Delhi Metro Expands Service with New Trains and Trips to Boost Public Transport
Delhi Metro to add 6 trains and 24 trips every Monday

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The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is adding six new trains and 24 additional trips to its network every Monday to enhance public transport amid global energy concerns. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for increased public transport usage, aiming to reduce reliance on personal vehicles.
- 01The new service expansion will be implemented every Monday, starting immediately.
- 02Last-mile connectivity options include e-rickshaws, bike taxis, and cabs across 160 metro stations, serving around 100,000 passengers daily.
- 03DMRC is deploying additional staff and security measures to manage increased passenger volumes effectively.
- 04The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will increase its fleet of DEVi buses at 52 Metro stations for better last-mile connectivity.
- 05A hydrogen-based bus service has been launched in the Central Vista area to enhance last-mile services from Metro stations.
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The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced an expansion of its services, adding six new trains and 24 additional trips every Monday to accommodate increased passenger demand. This initiative is part of efforts to promote public transport use in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to reduce reliance on private vehicles due to global energy uncertainties. DMRC aims to ensure efficient passenger management by deploying additional staff and enhancing security measures, including more ticketing counters and faster frisking processes. The last-mile connectivity ecosystem has also been expanded, with options like e-rickshaws and bike taxis available at 160 metro stations, currently serving around 100,000 passengers daily. Additionally, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will increase its 1,500 DEVi buses at Metro stations, and a hydrogen-based bus service has been introduced in the Central Vista area to support last-mile transport needs. DMRC is committed to promoting sustainable mobility and reducing fuel dependency while enhancing commuter convenience.
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This expansion will improve public transport availability, making it easier for commuters to travel and reducing congestion caused by private vehicles.
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