About Delhi Metro
Delhi Metro is a world-class rapid transit system serving Delhi,
the National Capital Territory of India, and neighboring satellite
cities. Operated by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), it's
one of the largest and busiest metro systems in the world,
carrying over 2.5 million passengers daily across its extensive
network.
Since its inception in 2002, Delhi Metro has revolutionized public
transportation in the capital region, providing a reliable,
efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative to road
transport. The network features state-of-the-art technology,
including driverless trains on select lines and advanced safety
systems.
Metro Network Lines
The Delhi Metro network comprises 8 color-coded regular lines plus
the Airport Express Line, covering over 389 kilometers and
connecting 285+ stations across Delhi-NCR. Each line serves
distinct corridors:
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Red Line: Connects Rithala to
Shaheed Sthal, spanning 34 stations
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Yellow Line: Runs from Samaypur
Badli to HUDA City Centre, covering 37 stations
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Blue Line: The longest line
connecting Dwarka Sector 21 to Noida Electronic City/Vaishali
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Green Line: Links Brig. Hoshiar
Singh to Inderlok/Kirti Nagar
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Violet Line: Connects Kashmere
Gate to Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabgarh)
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Pink Line: The "Ring Line" with
38 stations
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Magenta Line: Links Botanical
Garden to Janakpuri West
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Grey Line: Connects Dwarka to
Najafgarh section
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Airport Express: High-speed
line from New Delhi Railway Station to IGI Airport and beyond
Delhi Metro Services
Delhi Metro operates from approximately 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM daily,
with trains arriving at frequencies ranging from 2-4 minutes
during peak hours to 5-10 minutes during off-peak hours. The
system offers various passenger services including:
- Smart card and token ticketing systems
- Feeder bus services from select stations
- Free Wi-Fi at stations and inside train coaches
- Public toilets and drinking water facilities
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Wheelchair accessibility and dedicated spaces for
differently-abled travelers
- Customer care counters at all stations
- CCTV surveillance and security personnel
- Mobile app for journey planning and real-time updates
