Delhi Metro to start early on Independence Day: Special timings, free rides for cardholders

Delhi Metro timings on Independence Day: For the Independence Day celebrations, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced an early start to its services on August 15, 2024. To accommodate the public attending the Independence Day ceremony, the Delhi Metro will begin operations at 4:00 AM across all lines and terminal stations today. 

According to an official post by DMRC on X, "To facilitate the public to attend the Independence Day ceremony on Thursday, 15th August 2024, the Delhi Metro will commence its services at 04:00 AM on all its Lines from all terminal stations. 

"To facilitate the public in attending the Independence Day ceremony on Thursday, 15th August 2024, the Delhi Metro will commence its services at 4:00 AM on all its Lines from all terminal stations." 

METRO SERVICES TO COMMENCE AT 04:00 AM ON INDEPENDENCE DAY

To facilitate the public to attend the Independence Day ceremony on Thursday, 15th August 2024, the Delhi Metro will commence its services at 04:00 AM on all its…

— Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) August 13, 2024

During the early morning hours, trains will run at a frequency of 15 minutes on all lines until 6:00 AM. Following this, the regular schedule will resume for the rest of the day, it added.

In addition to the early start, special provisions have been made for individuals holding a bonafide Invitation Card issued by the Ministry of Defence for the Independence Day event. These cardholders will be granted entry and travel upon presenting a valid government-issued photo ID at any metro station. However, this arrangement is applicable for exits only at the Lal Quila, Jama Masjid, and Chandni Chowk Metro stations, which are the closest to the ceremony venue. The same Invitation Cards will also be valid for return journeys from these three stations only.

DMRC has assured that regular announcements will be made inside the trains to keep passengers informed about these arrangements. The Ministry of Defence will reimburse DMRC for the cost of travel associated with these special services, ensuring smooth operations throughout the day.

"The cost towards such travel will be reimbursed to DMRC by the Ministry of Defence," it added.

With these measures in place, DMRC aims to provide a hassle-free travel experience for all those attending the Independence Day celebrations.