Delhi Metro trains, which were suspended in late March to combat spread of Covid-19, could start running under Unlock 4, though schools and colleges will likely remain closed.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for resumption of Metro services in a phased manner, says he has raised the issue with Centre and hopes a decision on it soon.
As people hesitantly take public transport amid the pandemic, experts say this a good time to ramp up bus services, improve last-mile connectivity and affect long term policy changes.
DMRC shut down Metro services on 22 March, three days before the nationwide lockdown came into effect, as India rallied to check the spread of Covid-19.
The maximum rise in cases (10) over the last 24 hours was reported from the Delhi Metro guarding unit. Two CISF personnel succumbed to the disease in the past two days.
According to new CISF rules, Aarogya Setu app and face masks will be compulsory for Delhi Metro passengers. Its personnel will have to maintain strict hygiene.
Entry and exit gates of 14 Delhi Metro stations including ITO, Mandi House, Patel Chowk, Lok Kalyan Marg, Pragati Maidan have been closed for commuters.
MoSPI proposes to remove closed factories from IIP sample, aiming for truer picture of India’s industrial health in upcoming 2022–23 base series. Plan open to public feedback until 25 November.
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