Today, the Delhi Metro is a big part of life for people living in and around Delhi. If you’re visiting Delhi or living here and want to travel by metro for the first time, don’t worry at all. It’s easy, safe, and super helpful to get around in the city. Let me explain step by step how to travel in the Delhi Metro in the simplest way.
Reach your nearest Metro station
First, you need to reach a metro station near you. You can go there by walking, or you can take an auto, a bus, or a cab. Almost every big or small area in Delhi has a metro station nearby. If you’re not sure where it is, just use Google Maps. It will show you the nearest station and how to get there.
Know how to buy ticket
After reaching the station you will be travelling from, you need a ticket to travel. There are two types of tickets you can get: a paper ticket or a smart card. A paper ticket is like a paper with a QR which you can use for just one journey. It’s good if you are not a regular metro traveler. You can get a paper ticket from the ticket counter. You will need to tell them where you’re starting from and where you want to go.
Token or Card?
If you are going to travel in the metro daily, it’s better to get a smart card. A smart card is a prepaid card. You can recharge money into it once and you can travel. It’s faster and more convenient than getting a token every time.
Security checks
After you get your token or smart card, you will go through a security check. You’ll have to put your bag on a scanner machine, and then you walk through a metal detector gate, just like at the airport. The security staff may also check you quickly to make sure everything is safe.
Easy enter to station
Now you’re ready to enter the metro area. If you have a token, you’ll need to scan it at the gate. You need to tap smart card and the gate will open. Then walk through the gate to reach the platforms.
Be clear with your platform
Each metro station has different lines, like the Violet Line, Yellow Line, Blue Line, etc. These lines go in different directions and connect different parts of the city. To know where your train will come from, just look around the station. There are clear signboards, arrows, and metro maps everywhere that will help you reach the correct platform.
Have a easy exit
When your train comes, wait for people inside the train to come out first. Once they have exited, enter the train in a line. Don’t push or rush. If not, you can stand and hold one of the poles for support. Keep in mind, first coach in the direction of trains is reserved for women, if a man tries travelling in it, he will have to fine for the same.
As your destination station comes near, move closer to the train door and get out calmly. Don’t rush. If you are using a paper ticket, then scan the QR code. If you have a smart card, just tap it again on the card machine and walk out.
Exit from destination station
There are a few important things to remember when you’re traveling in the metro. You are not allowed to eat or drink inside the metro trains or stations. Always keep the place clean and do not throw trash around. If you see an elderly person, someone who is sick, or a woman with a child, try to give them your seat if you’re sitting.
If you follow all these easy steps and keep these small things in mind, your metro journey will be very smooth and comfortable. The Delhi Metro helps you save time and lets you avoid the busy traffic and noise of Delhi roads. Once you travel a few times, you’ll find it super simple and maybe even fun.
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