Auto & Transportation

29 trains of the Delhi Metro Magenta Line operate autonomously, requiring no human intervention.

29 trains of the Delhi Metro Magenta Line operate autonomously, requiring no human intervention.

By - 03 Jul 2024 06:07 PM

A major advancement in urban transportation has been made with the introduction of fully autonomous trains on the Delhi Metro's Magenta Line. Passenger space has expanded as a result of 29 trains now running without driver cabins. Though they will initially be on every three to four trains, attendants will be phased away over time.With its driverless operations on the Magenta Line, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) joins the select 7% of metro networks worldwide that are able to operate trains automatically.

This innovation increases train service availability and dependability while also improving flexibility and lowering human error.Pre-induction checks and depot parking are automated by the driverless trains, which lightens the strain for human operators and streamlines operations. In December 2020, autonomous train services were first offered on the Magenta Line, which runs from Janakpuri West to Botanical Garden and spans around 37 kilometers with 25 stations. Subsequently, in November 2021, the Pink Line (which runs from Majlis Park to Shiv Vihar) implemented comparable technology.

The trains were first supported by a train operator, but because to increased trust and sophisticated technology, they are now entirely automated. Driver cabins and partition walls have been eliminated to improve passenger room and comfort. New grab poles, a larger standing area, and sophisticated CCTV surveillance are also part of this renovation. Real-time track monitoring significantly enhances commuter safety and convenience.

 

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