In the wake of upcoming G20 Summit 2023, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will commence its journey earlier than the scheduled time for three days i.e. from September 8th, 9th and 10th, 2023. The Summit will take place at Bharat Mandapam near Pragati Maidan on Saturday and Sunday.
The move will facilitate the general public, police personnel and staff from other assisting agencies deployed to maintain security, law and order, traffic arrangements etc.
Beginning of Metro Services:-
The Metro services will start at 04:00 am from the terminal stations of all Lines.
Frequency of Delhi Metro train during G20 days
The Delhi Metro trains will run with a frequency of 30 minutes on all the corridors till 06:00 am. However, after 06:00 am, the trains will run as per the normal timings throughout the day on all lines.
Supreme Court Metro station to remain closed
The entry and exit to Delhi Metro’s Supreme Court station will remain closed on 09th and 10th September due to security constraints. In a statement, the DMRC said, “All Metro stations will remain open for the general public during this period (8th to 10th September) except Supreme Court Metro Station where no boarding/deboarding of passengers will be allowed on 09th and 10th September 2023 due to security constraints.”
In addition, the DMRC will also close the entry and exit at some stations for a brief period on the weekends in New Delhi district to facilitate the movement of VVIP delegations.
DMRC beautifies Supreme Court station
The Supreme Court Metro station has been beautified with a state-of-the-art pedestrian plaza. The plaza has been decorated with seating facilities. Aesthetic landscaping has been done to enhance the beauty of the area. The lighting in the area is also being augmented to give the plaza a good look during the nighttime.