The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced some special arrangements for passengers and to help reduce air pollution in the city.
From October 30 to November 3, metro services will start early at 5:15 am from two stations — New Delhi Metro Station (Yellow Line) and Anand Vihar ISBT Metro Station (Blue and Pink Lines). This step is meant to help passengers returning to Delhi-NCR after celebrating Chhath Puja.
In addition, the DMRC will run 40 extra metro trips on weekdays to encourage people to use public transport instead of private vehicles, which will help reduce air pollution in Delhi.
DMRC Managing Director Dr. Vikas Kumar said that if pollution levels worsen and GRAP Stage III is enforced, the number of extra trips may go up to 60.
To fight dust pollution at construction sites, DMRC is sprinkling water, washing vehicle wheels before exit, and disposing of waste properly. Anti-smog guns are also being used at all active project sites — around 82 machines are currently in operation.
DMRC has also taken long-term environmental steps. For example, during the construction of Phase IV stations at Ghanta Ghar and Pul Bangash, the dewatered water was sent to Roshanara Bagh Lake through pipelines, helping restore the lake’s water level.
Overall, these measures aim to support commuters during Chhath Puja and help control Delhi’s worsening air pollution.
