Delhi’s metro commuters will soon enjoy a more connected and intelligent travel experience as the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) partners with Mappls MapmyIndia, one of India’s leading digital mapping and geospatial technology firms. The collaboration aims to integrate real-time metro data into the Mappls mobile app, helping commuters plan smarter, faster, and more sustainable journeys across the National Capital Region (NCR).
Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed this week, DMRC will provide its operational data — including train timings, station locations, interchange points, fares, and route options — directly to the Mappls platform. The integration will allow over 35 million app users to access accurate metro information and combine it with other modes of transport such as buses, autos, and cabs for seamless trip planning. Officials said the move is part of DMRC’s broader digital transformation effort to make urban mobility in Delhi more commuter-friendly and data-driven. “Integrating our metro network with digital mobility platforms ensures passengers have access to real-time information that helps them plan their journey efficiently and reduce waiting times,” a DMRC official said.
For Mappls MapmyIndia, the partnership strengthens its growing focus on multi-modal transport technology, following a recent collaboration with Indian Railways. The company’s executives said their goal is to support homegrown digital innovation under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision while providing world-class navigation and mobility services tailored to Indian cities. Beyond metro information, the integration will enable users to report real-time civic issues such as congestion, parking shortages, or waterlogging directly through the app, enhancing citizen engagement and urban responsiveness. This data will also aid civic authorities in traffic management, road safety, and infrastructure monitoring across the capital.
Urban mobility experts believe such initiatives represent an important step towards smart city governance, where technology and public transport systems work together to improve sustainability. “Digital mapping partnerships like this bridge the gap between transport operators and users, empowering citizens with reliable data and enabling more eco-efficient travel decisions,” said a transport policy researcher. The collaboration comes at a time when Delhi is seeking to modernise its mobility ecosystem through integrated ticketing, EV adoption, and intelligent transport systems. By embedding real-time metro data into popular digital platforms, the city takes another step towards reducing car dependency and promoting inclusive, connected, and low-carbon urban mobility.
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