Delhi and its Adaptable Public Transportation

‘Delhi’ is the capital of India and is known for its great historical essence and is a hub of commercial, public transportation and culture as well as the political center of India.

Being the center of monuments, temples and various tourist points Delhi is one of the most renowned states of India.

From food to culture Delhi is popular in all such aspects.

Delhi is also known for its convenient and adaptable transportation facilities that it provides to the public.

Whether its public or private transportation Delhi proves to be the best in all such aspects.

Easy availability with low cost makes the transportation system of Delhi more adaptable.

Delhi Metro, buses, cabs are all the basic means of transportation that makes it very convenient for getting around in Delhi.

Public Transportation in Delhi

The country’s capital Delhi provides highly dependable transportation infrastructure to its public.

Efficient public transportation is the life blood of Delhi.

Public buses which cover almost all areas in Delhi make it easy and affordable for the public to travel.

With its latest innovations, the transportation department of Delhi has introduced electric and Air-Conditioned buses for more efficiency and public convenience.

With the initiative of the government, the transportation department of Delhi is working for the benefit of the public and considering the requirements of each and every class of people which makes the public transportation more efficient.

It became more convenient for the poor to travel from one place to another at low cost which made the public transportation more efficient.

Electric Buses in Delhi

The Transportation Department of Delhi introduced electric buses which run throughout all places and tickets are of low cost. It indeed is a very effective means of public transport.

With 320 new additions, Delhi expands the electric buses which increases the availability of the buses.

With this Delhi secures the top position among the Indian cities with maximum number of electric buses.

There are various bus stops near Durga Bai Deshmukh South Campus, in Hauz Khas, Moti Bagh etc that makes it convenient for the students of IIT, ARSD, Gargi College, Maitreyi College etc to travel and save time as well as cost.

Delhi Metro

Metro is the cheapest and most secure transportation system in Delhi.

Opened in December 2002, Delhi metro is one of the elements of Delhi which people are proud of.

With 184 metro stations in total, Delhi metro has eight main lines and these are basically divided into 8 colours which include red, yellow, blue, green, violet, magenta, pink and orange.

Being operated totally via electricity, Delhi metro ensures reduction in greenhouse emissions which makes pollution free transportation.

Pollution Free Transportation

Electric buses are fuel free and this ensures no pollution to the environment.

The traditional buses usually cause excessive pollution due to gasses, fuels used while electric buses are highly energy efficient that provides environmental benefits and hence are a source of pollution free transportation.

Being operated totally via electricity, Delhi metro ensures reduction in greenhouse emissions which makes pollution free transportation and hence it makes the public transportation of Delhi more reliable.

Easy Reach to DU Campuses

ARSD College, Gargi College, Venkateshwara College, Maitreyi College, Motilal Nehru College, IIT Delhi etc are all some of the colleges in South Delhi where the crowd of students are higher and Delhi Metro makes easy reach to the DU campuses as students can easily travel to the college.

Nearest to PG’s

Being nearest to PG’s, Delhi metro ensures public to reach out various accommodation providers and avail PG’s nearest to the metro station where by they can easily travel.

It became easier for the students to easily find out various PG’s.

Uniliv is one of the leading companies that provides accommodations to the students and people longing for PG’s.

Company which leads in South Delhi regarding PG’s and accommodations, Uniliv has various branches spread over South Delhi like Conest Girls and Boys in Satya Niketan, Maple in Hauz Khas, Oak and Willow in Saket and Malviya Nagar, Teak in Vasant Vihar and Huddle Stays for girls and boys in N and A block in Saket makes it very easier for the students of South Delhi DU campuses to find a Home like atmosphere by availing PG’s from Uniliv.

This is possible via Delhi metro through which the students can easily reach out to the nearest PGs at low rates.

Rules to be Followed in Delhi Metro

Being the cheapest and most affordable transportation system, there are certain rules that are to be followed while traveling by Delhi Metro which includes: –

Carrying a metro card or ticket

It is very important to book a ticket and carry your metro card when traveling via metro. Both entry and exit will be allowed via card or by tickets only. These rules are to be followed.

Eating not allowed

Inside the metro eating food is not allowed as per the riles of the transportation department.

No Fixed Fare

The fare of the tickets is not fixed as it depends on the location you are travelling it can be 30 Rs. Or 40 Rs. Or 50 Rs. Depending the place you are going.

Not allowed to sit on the floor

Never take metro same as of other traditional trains where you can sit on the ground as per your convenience. It is not permitted to sit on the floors of the metro by the transportation department.

Reels are to be avoided

Never make reels in the metro while travelling as it can lead to violation of the rules and lead to fines being imposed if caught.

Follow the announcements in the metro

Always follow the instructions announced regarding arrival of platform, gates that will open, etc for smooth and safe journey and never lean by the doors of the metro.

Avoid Crowd

Crowds should be avoided and hence try to avoid peak times in order to decrease the rush as well as reduce theft of mobiles, wallets that happens the most in crowd.

Although each time the crowd can’t be avoided but always be careful of your belongings.

One Car Reserved for Women

There is always one car that is being reserved for women where men are not allowed and if found it will be taken as violation of rules and can lead to punishment.

Scanning is important

All the bags and belongings you have must be scanned before entering the metro station which is must for security and safety for the public. It is essential for each and every one to follow the scanning process or else entry is prohibited.

These are certain rules that are to be followed while traveling by metro in Delhi.

Metro Station and Sightseeing

Delhi metro not only is affordable and convenient but also provides a beautiful sight to the travelers.

If you travel to Chandni Chowk via yellow line you can have a visit to the World-Famous Red Fort.

Also, you can reach Connaught Place, which is the hub of markets and stalls in Delhi.

Indira Gandhi Lodhi Market, India Gate, the Parliament House and many more can be visited from the Central Secretariat via yellow and violet lines.

In short, Delhi metro is the most popular public transportation in Delhi that not only provides transportation security and safety, is pollution free as well as provides sight-seeing to the public that makes it more effective.

Conclusion

Delhi the Country’s Capital and its transportation department is working very well in providing affordable transportation to the public. Also, fulfilling the social responsibility by eco-friendly and pollution free transportation. Delhi has a very adaptable transportation system with its effective performance as public transportation by providing electric buses in Delhi, as well as transportation security.

By running various routes, it also makes it possible to easily reach out to the DU campuses as well as the best PGs nearby the campuses so that students can get good accommodation at lower rates.

Also, students prefer nearby metro stations so that they can easily reach the DU campuses, the PGs as well as save cost of transportation and time.

Delhi and its adaptable transportation are indeed helpful for its public as well as it has made the locals proud with its facilities, safety and security.

Transportation of Delhi fulfills the social responsibility by providing pollution free transportation via electric buses, metro etc and hence transportation of Delhi is very adaptable