From new smartcards with auto top-up facility to stickers on social distancing norms pasted on seats and platform floors, the Delhi Metro is all set to handle commuters, whenever its services resume. The Delhi Metro services , which have been closed since March 22, the day Janata Curfew was imposed in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, are likely to be allowed as part of Unlock 4. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is planning to put in place a series of measures when its services resumeAt the metro stationTokens will no longer be issued to passengers. CISF personnel at door-frame metal detectors will mandatorily wear a mask shield, face mask, and gloves. • Air conditioners inside trains will be set at 26 degrees Celsius• Passengers will be required to wear their mask throughout their journey.

Source: Mint August 26, 2020 02:37 UTC