NEW DELHI: Delhi Metro commuters can now pay in cash to recharge smart cards but tokens have yet not been allowed as a safety measure to prevent the spread of Covid-19. “In a limited way, cash transactions are being permitted in Delhi Metro but token sale is still not permitted.
Can we purchase token in Metro?
They can also purchase and top-up by using credit or debit cards, UPI payment or by paying cash at any station. Tokens can be purchased by payment in cash or through QR code provided at ticket counters. However, cashless transactions are preferred to avoid the spread of COVID-19,” states the release.
Can I buy token in Delhi metro?
Speaking to ANI, an official from DMRC said, Smart card and token both are allowed for commuting in Delhi metro from tomorrow onward. However smart cards will be preferred keeping in view contactless communication.
What is the validity of Metro token?
Rules for Tokens: Any type of token is valid only for the day of purchase. This will be valid for use at the entry gate not more than 30 minutes from the time of sale.
Is Delhi Metro is running today?
Current Status of the Delhi Metro Network : Delhi Metro today has a current operational network covering 156 kms approx.
Are tokens available in Delhi Metro after lockdown?
As Delhi Metro will resume from tomorrow (June 7) after 27 days of the shutdown, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has allowed commuters to use both smart cards and tokens. Smart card and token both are allowed for commuting in Delhi metro from tomorrow onward.
How long can you stay in Metro?
Presently, every Metro commuter is allowed to stay inside the Metro premises for 170 minutes if he enters from one station and exits from another station irrespective of the distance travelled. Every month, more than a lakh commuters are penalized for overstaying in the system by exceeding this time limit.
How does Metro token work?
RULES FOR SMART TOKEN Token is captured at the exit gate on completion of journey. Token is valid for the day of purchase for a particular zone of travel. Passenger must enter the paid area within 45 minutes from the time of purchase. Token becomes invalid if the passenger does not enter within 45 minutes.
Is Metro open in Delhi tomorrow?
Delhi Metro will resume operations from Monday after chief minister Arvind Kejriwal announced various relaxations in lockdown in the national capital on Saturday.
Does Delhi Metro run 24 hours?
The Metro trains run from 6 A.M. in the morning till 11 P.M. in the night when the last service starts from Dilshad Garden and Rithala respectively. Metro trains are available at a frequency of 3.30 minutes during peak time.
Is Delhi Metro open tomorrow?
The dip in the daily cases in Delhi has paved the way for the state govt to start softening the curbs placed to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.
Is Hyderabad Metro a failure?
As per data due to Covid pandemic Hyderabad Metro rail which had a footfall of over 1.30 lakh per day before the Covid has fallen by 50 per cent and also is incurring losses around Rs 1700 crore in 2020 and total accumulated loss is of Rs 4000 crore.
How long is Metro token valid?
Validity of Card: Ten Years from the date of purchase or the date of last recharge. Facility to check remaining balance on Card: Ticket Reading Machines available at all Metro Stations.
How much are Metro tokens worth?
Many long-time transit riders still buy tokens at various vendors, such as liquor stores, city halls and Metro stores. Ten tokens are sold in a bag for $17.50, each token worth a one-way fare at the basic rate of $1.75.
Is Delhi Metro closed today?
On the directions of the Delhi Police, four Metro stations – Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat, Udyog Bhawan and Race Course were closed from 9 AM onwards today. The entry and exit to the Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan Metro stations remain closed as directed by the Delhi Police.
Is Delhi Metro working?
Current Status of the Delhi Metro Network : Delhi Metro today has a current operational network covering 156 kms approx.
Which is the fastest metro in Delhi?
Delhi Airport Metro Express Delhi Airport Metro Express. 132 km/h top speed. The total length of the line is 22.7 km, of which 15.7 km is underground and 7 km, from Buddha Jayanti Park to Mahipalpur, is elevated.
Is Delhi Metro running today timing?
Services on the Delhi Metro and Airport Express line will open earlier in the mornings and its is starts at 5:30 am to 11:30 pm. The trains are usually of four, six, and eight-coach length. DMRC operates over 3,000 trips daily.
Is Metro closed today in Delhi?
Two of the Metro stations – Patel Chowk and Race Course, were opened at 2.14 PM. The entry and exit to the Central Secretariat and Udyog Bhawan Metro stations remain closed as directed by the Delhi Police.
Is Delhi Metro open on Sundays?
Metro services on the Badarpur – Escorts Mujesar (Faridabad) section of the Delhi Metro will start from 8 AM only on Sundays, with effect from next Sunday, i.e, 13th September, 2015. Generally, the Metro services on all corridors of the Delhi Metro network begin from 6 AM in the morning on all days of the week.
Is Chennai Metro a failure?
A recent study said Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) clocked a net loss of 715cr in financial year 2018-19, four times its total income of 183cr in the same period.