Delhi Metro Records Highest-Ever Footfall of 82.4 Lakh Amid DTC Bus Strike
Metro ridership climbed as more than 80% of the public bus system was halted, with the drivers’ union saying about 10,000 workers joined the strike.
- On Friday, the Delhi Transport Corporation bus drivers' strike entered its fourth day, with the DTC Karamchari Ekta Union claiming 90% of drivers joined the walkout affecting more than 10,000 drivers.
- Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh appealed to drivers on Thursday to return, stating most demands were accepted; drivers, however, demand a wage hike of ₹862, medical facilities, and social security benefits.
- The Delhi Metro recorded a record 82.44 lakh passenger boardings on Thursday as commuters sought alternatives to the halted bus system, with metro stations witnessing heavy crowding.
- Daily commuters, particularly workers like Hitesh Tiwari, a garment factory employee in Noida, have struggled to reach workplaces across the Capital since September 15, affecting daily-wage earners and domestic workers.
- Drivers at depots including Rani Khera and Wazirabad allege police pressure to withdraw; the Transport Department maintains talks are ongoing, but protesters vow to continue until concrete decisions are reached.
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Delhi Metro sees record 82.44 lakh passenger boardings amid DTC bus strike
DTC has 6,840 buses, and witnesses an average daily ridership of around 40 lakh on normal days. In light of the ongoing DTC strike, metro stations have been witnessing heavy crowding over the past couple of days.
Delhi Metro sets new record with 82.44 lakh passenger boardings on 17 Sep amid DTC strike; which line saw highest rush?
Delhi Metro on Thursday recorded its busiest day with 82,44,903 boardings, surpassing the previous day's record of 80,71,630 amid DTC bus strike. Check which line saw the highest rush.
Delhi Metro sees record 82.45 lakh passenger boardings as DTC strike continues
Delhi Metro achieved its highest passenger boarding figure on Thursday. This surge occurred due to the ongoing Delhi Transport Corporation bus strike. The Yellow Line corridor saw the most passenger boardings among all routes. Delhi Metro increased train trips to manage the increased passenger movement. Enhanced services will continue to support commuters during this period.
Delhi Metro Records Highest-ever Daily Passenger Footfall on September 17
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Friday announced that around 82,44,903 passengers travelled through the metro on September 17, recording its highest-ever single-day footfall. India News | Delhi Metro Records Highest-ever Daily Passenger Footfall on September 17.
DTC bus strike leaves Delhi commuters stranded, auto fares rise up to 3 times
With DTC buses off the roads, commuters in areas such as Munirka are struggling to reach work, colleges and hospitals. Auto and e-rickshaw drivers are allegedly charging two to three times the usual fare, leaving passengers with few affordable alternatives.
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