shot-button
Union Budget Union Budget
Home > News > India News > Article > 12 Lakh Metro riders on Dhanteras

12 Lakh Metro riders on Dhanteras

Updated on: 04 November,2010 08:47 AM IST  | 
Mid Day Correspondent |

Several Delhi Metro stations witnessed a huge rush Wednesday evening owing to the Dhanteras festival, leading to snags and minor delays in movement of trains which overflowed with commuters

12 Lakh Metro riders on Dhanteras

Listen to this article
12 Lakh Metro riders on Dhanteras
x
00:00

Several Delhi Metro stations witnessed a huge rush Wednesday evening owing to the Dhanteras festival, leading to snags and minor delays in movement of trains which overflowed with commuters.

"Managing the crowd was very difficult today. The numbers were overwhelming; we had to let men into the reserved ladies coaches," said Deepak Sharma, a guard stationed at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station. The Metro ridership that remained normal throughout the day saw a spike as the evening approached.

Some Metro trains had to be stopped for a few extra minutes at stations because of the huge crowds at the metro stations. "The metro ridership till 8 pm on Wednesday stood at 12.39 lakh," said an official.




"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!

Did you find this article helpful?

Yes
No

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

News Delhi Metro stations Dhanteras festival

Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK