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Metro Interchanges Key to Delhi’s Transit Dynamics

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has underscored the pivotal role of interchange stations in the efficiency and functionality of the Delhi Metro network. According to the study, approximately 70-80% of passengers opt to transfer between lines rather than completing their journeys on the initial line they board, highlighting the critical importance of interconnected metro hubs.

The analysis, which examined passenger data from October 2023 to March 2024, revealed that of the total number of passengers using any given metro line, a significant majority choose to switch to other lines to reach their final destinations. For instance, on the Red Line (Line 1), which saw 1.13 lakh passengers traveling both ways within the line during the period, a staggering 5.27 lakh passengers opted for interchanges to connect to different lines. “The high proportion of passengers utilizing interchange facilities demonstrates the effective utilization of our extensive network, which is interconnected through multiple interchange stations,” commented a DMRC official, emphasizing the strategic role of these hubs in accommodating commuter flows across Delhi.

The Yellow Line, renowned as one of the busiest corridors, exemplifies this trend with 3.75 lakh passengers commuting solely on the line and 12.5 lakh passengers opting for interchanges during the same period. With plans to introduce two additional interchange stations in Phase IV, the Yellow Line’s capacity to facilitate seamless transfers is set to expand significantly. Similarly, the Pink Line, stretching over 59.2 kilometers with 38 stations, experiences a seven-fold increase in passengers transferring to other lines, affirming its critical role in Delhi’s metro network connectivity. In contrast, the Grey Line, spanning just 5.5 kilometers and connecting Dwarka to Najafgarh, witnesses a significant proportion of its passengers opting for interchanges to access other parts of the city.

Looking ahead, DMRC’s Phase IV initiatives aim to further enhance Delhi’s metro connectivity with the construction of new corridors and additional interchange stations. Scheduled openings include the Majlis Park-Maujpur extension next year, with subsequent phases set to unfold by 2026, reinforcing Delhi’s commitment to expanding and optimizing its urban transit infrastructure.

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