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DMRC Signs MoU with ICAR-IARI for a Pilot Horticulture Initiative

Newsmantra — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:36:33 +0000

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) to undertake a pilot project aimed at enhancing green cover and aesthetics at selected locations, including central verges, areas under station structures, and other suitable spaces along metro corridors.

The MoU was signed on Tuesday in the presence of Dr. CH. Srinivasa Rao, Director ICAR – IARI and Sh. Manuj Singhal, Director (Infrastructure), DMRC. Senior officers of both the organisations were also present, during the event.

Under the MoU, ICAR-IARI will provide technical guidance on the selection of plant species suitable for harsh and low-light conditions, having low watering requirements, along with suitable maintenance practices and periodic evaluation during the pilot phase.

The pilot project will be implemented for one year. All horticulture assets created will vest with DMRC, and project outputs will be used for internal evaluation and future planning.

This initiative reflects DMRC’s commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible infrastructure.

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PM Modi To Inaugurate Two New Delhi Metro Corridors, Lay Foundation For Three More

Newsmantra — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:17:42 +0000

NEW DELHI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to significantly expand the national capital’s transit network this Sunday by inaugurating two new metro corridors and laying the foundation for three more under Phase-V (A). The projects, valued at over 18,300 crore rupees, include the opening of the Majlis Park to Maujpur-Babarpur section, which completes India’s first fully operational Ring Metro, and the Deepali Chowk to Majlis Park stretch of the Magenta Line. Additionally, the Prime Minister will initiate work on the Ramakrishna Ashram Marg to Indraprastha Central Vista corridor and two critical extensions of the Golden Line. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized that these expansions will not only ease congestion and reduce pollution but also drastically improve connectivity for NCR residents traveling from Noida and Faridabad to the Indira Gandhi International Airport.

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NCRTC team visits Delhi Metro Museum

Newsmantra — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:51:17 +0000

NEW DELHI. Managing Director of National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), Sh. Shalabh Goel along with a team of senior officials from NCRTC visited Delhi Metro Museum.

The team was briefed about the various exhibits and displays at the museum by DMRC’s Principal Executive Director, Sh. Anuj Dayal. Sh. Goel appreciated DMRC for curating such a modern and world-class museum.

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