In an effort to encourage the use of public transport over private vehicles and to better understand the daily experiences of commuters, the Transport Minister of Delhi, Shri Kailash Gahlot, opted for a ride on the Delhi Metro today. The Minister’s journey commenced at Dhansa Bus Metro Station in Najafgarh on the Grey Line and concluded at Indraprastha Metro Station, the closest station to the Delhi Secretariat.
During the commute, Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot engaged with passengers, to gain firsthand insights into their experiences with the Delhi Metro. He said ” I truly enjoyed my ride on the Delhi Metro today. Choosing to travel via public transport contributes to a sustainable and congestion-free city. I appreciate the excellent service provided by DMRC, ensuring a commendable travel experience”
Responding to passenger feedback, Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot has asured them the increase in frequecy of trains on Grey Line. The matter will be taken up with Delhi Metro. The present time between two trains is around 7.5 minutes. It will be examined in consultation with DMRC to reduce this time to 5 minutes between two trains.
The Dhansa Bus Stand Metro Station is a key stop on the Grey Line of the Delhi Metro, inaugurated on September 18, 2021. Before its launch, the DMRC service extended only to Najafgarh Station, which commenced operations on October 4, 2019. Spanning a total length of 4.979 km, the Grey Line has an average daily ridership of 18,859.
Presently, the extensive Delhi Metro network spans approximately 392.44 km, encompassing 288 stations. With an average daily ridership of 30 lakhs, the DMRC continues to be a crucial component of Delhi’s public transportation system.
