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Delhi Metro: 16 Stations Including Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House, ITO Temporarily Closed
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 01:03 PM
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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced the temporary closure of 16 stations, including Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and ITO, citing maintenance work.
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced that 16 of its stations will be temporarily closed for maintenance work. The closures include major hubs such as Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and ITO, which are among the busiest stations in the network.
The decision was taken to carry out essential track and signalling upgrades that are expected to improve safety and reliability across the line. DMRC has assured commuters that the work will be completed as swiftly as possible.
Passengers are advised to use alternative routes or nearby stations during the closure period. DMRC has set up information kiosks and posted notices at affected stations to guide commuters.
The temporary shutdown is part of a broader plan to modernise Delhi’s metro infrastructure and is expected to reduce delays and enhance the overall travel experience for daily commuters.
The decision was taken to carry out essential track and signalling upgrades that are expected to improve safety and reliability across the line. DMRC has assured commuters that the work will be completed as swiftly as possible.
Passengers are advised to use alternative routes or nearby stations during the closure period. DMRC has set up information kiosks and posted notices at affected stations to guide commuters.
The temporary shutdown is part of a broader plan to modernise Delhi’s metro infrastructure and is expected to reduce delays and enhance the overall travel experience for daily commuters.