Delhi Metro sees record 82.45 lakh passenger boardings as DTC strike continues

…rush caused by the ongoing Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus strike, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said. The latest figure surpassed Wednesday’s record of 80,71,630 passenger boardings by 1,73,273. " DMRC records highest-ever passenger boardings of 82,44,903 on September 17 ," the DMRC said in a post on X. The DTC bus drivers’ strike, which began on Tuesday, is being held over demands including higher daily wages, medical benefits and payment for overtime work. Among the metro corridors,…

…the joint efforts of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and the DMRC to maintain security and facilitate the smooth movement of passengers across the National Capital Region, according to an ANI report. “ Handling 82,44,903 passenger boardings in a single day is not just a milestone number; it is a true reflection of the joint commitment of the CISF and the DMRC in providing seamless security and passenger facilitation across the National Capital Region. Our personnel work day in and day out to continuously elevate security standards and enhance the overall commuter experience at one of the world's busiest transit systems,” said Chalke. Also Read | Outstation patients…