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Delhi Metro To Run Extra Trains In Early Hours To Manage Chhath Puja Returnees; Adds Additional Train Services To Curb Pollution

These trains will ensure better connectivity for passengers arriving at New Delhi and Anand Vihar railway stations. Interchange facilities will be available at all major interchange stations across the metro network, as well.

by Ashmeet Guliani
Delhi Metro To Run Extra Trains In Early Hours To Manage Chhath Puja Returnees; Adds Additional Train Services To Curb Pollution

To serve passengers returning to Delhi after celebrating Chhath Puja, Delhi Metro will operate additional trains in the early morning hours for people arriving from nearby railway stations. The authorities have also planned 40 extra trips to help cut pollution in the city. Here are all the details about the announcement made by Delhi Metro.

Delhi Metro To Run Extra Trains For Chhath Puja Travellers


The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) recently took to its official X handle to announce that additional train services will run in the early morning hours for passengers returning to Delhi-NCR after Chhath Puja celebrations. These services will be in effect from October 30 to November 3, 2025.

According to their post, the extra services will start at 5:15 am from the New Delhi Metro Station (Yellow Line) and the Anand Vihar ISBT Metro Station (Blue/Pink Line). These trains will ensure better connectivity for passengers arriving at New Delhi and Anand Vihar railway stations. To make the commute smoother, interchange facilities will be available at all major interchange stations across the metro network.

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DMRC Adds 40 Extra Trips To Curb Pollution In The City 

Apart from running additional services for passengers returning from Chhath Puja, DMRC has also announced another important update. As per a report by Republic World, the authorities have begun operating 40 additional train trips on weekdays (Monday to Friday). This move is part of the Delhi government’s pollution control efforts.

Reportedly, Dr Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of DMRC, also inspected metro construction sites at Ashok Vihar and Derawal Nagar, along with the under-construction Krishna Park Extension-RK Ashram Marg Corridor under Phase IV. The inspection was done to review various anti-pollution measures being adopted at these construction sites. These include regular water sprinkling, wheel washing of vehicles, proper disposal and recycling of debris, and covering of construction material. DMRC has also reportedly installed 82 anti-smog guns across its construction sites to reduce pollution. 

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DMRC is surely working actively to make the passenger experience smoother and safer. From announcing extra train services for the Chhath Puja rush to introducing more trips to curb pollution, the authorities are truly working hard. 

Cover Image Courtesy: Pink Line (Delhi Metro), Wikipedia/ Kool Nerd 123

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First Published: October 31, 2025 5:08 PM