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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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To acknowledge the dedicated efforts that led to DMRC’s three metro stations getting recognition by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRC felicitated the station teams by presenting them with a ‘Certificate of Achievement’. In addition, several employees were honoured with ‘Energy Conservation Excellence Awards’ for achieving significant energy savings through efficient operation and maintenance of systems. This recognition is intended to motivate employees across the network to further enhance performance and adopt innovative energy-saving practices.

Solar developers associated with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for nearly a decade, were also felicitated for their exemplary collaborative efforts to maximise solar power generation and advance DMRC’s commitment to a greener and more sustainable future. M/s Purshotam Rays Power Pvt. Ltd. & Purshotam Green Pvt. Ltd. secured the First Prize for achieving a 19.7% increase in Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF) compared to the previous year, while M/s Azure Power Saturn Pvt. Ltd. secured the Second Prize for recording a 12.12% improvement in CUF over the same period. This was achieved through a joint initiative ‘SAHYOG’, launched by DMRC with 14 Solar developers, to check the health of plant and maximise solar generation.

DMRC continues to set benchmarks in sustainable urban mobility by integrating energy-efficient technologies, renewable energy solutions, and employee-driven conservation initiatives, reinforcing its role as a leader in sustainable mass transit.

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The recognition was earned due to the station’s consistent reduction in electrical energy consumption and Energy Performance Index (EPI) over the past three financial years, achieved through regular energy monitoring and targeted conservation measures. Key initiatives include retrofitting conventional tube lights with energy-efficient LED fixtures and the installation of a 150 kWp rooftop solar plant, which meets nearly 49 per cent of the station’s total energy requirement. Additionally, the station holds a “Platinum” rating from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), underscoring DMRC’s continued commitment to energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable urban mobility.

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The award was presented by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Vigyan Bhawan, during the National Energy Conservation Day function and was received by Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRC, in recognition of the exemplary efforts in energy-efficiency at East Vinod Nagar Metro Station.

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under Ministry of Power, Government of India, selected the station, after a very comprehensive evaluation of the applications received from various metro rail systems, throughout the country.

East Vinod Nagar Metro Station has achieved this recognition through significant and consistent reduction in overall electrical energy consumption kWh & Energy Performance Index (EPI) (kWh/m2year) over the last three financial years, by regular monitoring of energy usage of various equipment and by implementing targeted Energy Conservation Measures, including retrofitting of 405 existing conventional type tube light fixtures of 2 X 28 W with 2 X 14 W LED tube lights. The station has a dedicated rooftop solar plant of 150 kWp, which meets 49% of its total energy requirement, through solar energy, thereby substantially reducing its dependence on electricity from the grid.

The station is also “Platinum” rated under Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) certification from Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), reaffirming its strong commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

This NECA award is an acknowledgment of DMRC’s sustained commitment to reducing energy consumption, adopting innovative energy conservation measures and solar power, in turn promoting environmentally responsible urban mobility.

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The First Test Pile and Ground Breaking Ceremony on the Lajpat Nagar to Saket G-Block Corridor of the Golden Line (Line-11) was held at Pushpa Bhawan near Saket, marking a historic milestone in the expansion of Delhi’s metro network.

The occasion was graced by Dr. Vikas Kumar, MD/ DMRC and other senior officials from DMRC, along with officials from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), the contractor for this section.

The Lajpat Nagar to Saket G-Block Corridor will be elevated and will comprise of 08 metro stations which are Lajpat Nagar, Andrews Ganj, GK-1, Chirag Delhi, Pushpa Bhawan, Saket District Centre, Pushp Vihar, Saket G Block.

This Golden Line corridor is a vital link in South Delhi, designed to enhance connectivity and provide seamless integration with existing metro lines. The first Test Pile symbolizes the beginning of major civil works, laying the foundation for this new metro corridor. This corridor will not only ease travel for lakhs of commuters but also strengthen the city’s sustainable transport infrastructure.

Important areas of south Delhi such as Greater Kailash-1, Saket, Greater Kailash, Pushp Vihar etc will be benefitted by this corridor. Many reputed schools, government offices etc will also have better Metro access after the completion of this line.

This corridor will seamlessly connect with the existing Magenta Line at Chirag Delhi, as well as the Violet and Pink Lines at Lajpat Nagar. With these linkages, Lajpat Nagar is set to emerge as a major interchange hub in South Delhi, becoming a triple interchange station that will provide commuters with improved connectivity and ease of travel across the capital’s metro network.

The other two corridors of phase-IV extension – Inderlok to Indraprastha and Rithala to Narela are also progressing with the tendering work and other preconstruction related activities.

Since its inception, DMRC has been at the forefront of transforming urban mobility in Delhi. With its hallmark of punctuality, safety, and innovation, DMRC continues to set benchmarks in metro rail development.

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TiHAN is a Technology Innovation Hub established under the Department of Science and Technology’s National Mission on Cyber Physical Systems, focusing on the development of autonomous navigation and data acquisition systems for ground vehicles, robots, unmanned aerial vehicles and other autonomous platforms. The MoU was signed by Shri Shobhan Chaudhuri, Advisor (R&D), DMRC, and Dr. Santosh Reddy, Hub Executive Officer, TiHAN, in the presence of Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRCL, Shri Manuj Singhal, Director (Infrastructure), other DMRC directors, and senior faculty members from IIT Hyderabad, including Prof. Malla Reddy and Prof. P. Rajalakshmi.

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As part of these drives, a number of specific activities are being taken up to ensure decrease in dust levels inside construction sites, removal of road dust from the surrounding roads,  removal of garbage from footpaths and road medians etc.

As part of this activity, a drive was conducted today between Azadpur and Ashok Vihar, where a number of activities such as a cleanliness drive, restoration of damaged footpaths, restoration and beautification of road medians, repair of nearby roads was taken up by DMRC. Delhi Metro’s engineers inspected the construction sites as well as the surrounding roads thoroughly and ensured that all construction materials were properly covered and the wheel wash facilities for outgoing vehicles were in working condition.

More such drives are being conducted across Delhi Metro’s sites taking into consideration the challenges posed by increasing pollution levels in the national capital. These drives are being conducted in addition to a number of measures already taken up by DMRC to handle the issue of pollution.

About 19 kilometres of city roads are under DMRC’s temporary jurisdiction currently. These roads have been taken over by DMRC to facilitate Metro construction work in the vicinity. These roads have already been repaired by DMRC to ensure that they do not contribute to any further pollution in the city.

In total, over a hundred anti-smog guns have been installed at the construction sites, stations and office buildings to decrease dust levels. Daily inspections are being conducted by DMRC’s Environment depart to ensure that all environmental norms are adequately followed.

Delhi’s Hon’ble Chief Minister, Smt. Rekha Gupta has directed all agencies to ensure that all norms regarding the protection of environment are strictly adhered to. DMRC is also committed to following the norms with all seriousness and ensure complete compliance.

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