Delhi Metro to run extra train trips to encourage use of public transport
This capacity expansion aims to ensure uninterrupted service and efficient passenger management during increased passenger journeys.
The Delhi Metro registered the highest-ever daily passenger journeys on the eve of the Raksha Bandhan festival with over 81 lakh passengers travelling through its network, a DMRC official said on Saturday.
“DMRC achieves highest-ever passenger journeys on August 8, 2025, with 81,87,674 journeys across all lines. To meet Raksha Bandhan travel demand, DMRC ran 92 additional trips on 8th August and operating 455 extra trips on 9th August for passenger convenience,” the DMRC official said.
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Meanwhile, in view of enhanced security arrangements ahead of Independence Day on August 15, the security checks for passengers will be further intensified by the CISF across the Metro stations starting from today.
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“This might result into long queues at some Metro stations especially during peak hours till Independence Day. Therefore, passengers are advised to plan their journey accordingly and allow for some additional time for their commute during these days. Passengers are requested to cooperate with the security personnel during these checks,” the official said.
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