Go-ahead for Metro’s inter-modal plan

Skywalks and arcades will be built in and around one existing and 10 upcoming Metro stations.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said work will be completed by June 2016.

While planning for Metro phase-III and IV, options to select different modes to make the trip cheaper, faster and more comfortable will be included under a new plan for inter-modal transport approved by the Lt Governor Najeeb Jung on Thursday. This provision will be provided in existing stations also.

Skywalks and arcades will be built in and around one existing and 10 upcoming Metro stations. Jung reviewed a presentation made by the Unified Traffic and Transportation Infrastructure Centre (UTTIPEC), which envisages integration of inter-modal transport.

“The objective is to ensure seamless transition and interchanges between different modes to complete the trip. This move will decongest Metro stations, regulate pedestrian movement and vehicular traffic. The objective is to develop efficient, convenient and safe inter-modal connectivity for all Metro users,’’ an official said. The inter-modal transport facility will also improve walkability.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) said work will be completed by June 2016. The meeting was attended by the vice-chairman (Delhi Development Authority), secretary (Public Works Department, and representatives from departments of transport, UTTIPEC, DMRC, traffic and other stakeholders of the Delhi government.

Among the stations that will benefit from the inter-modal plan are:

* Trilokpuri: Network of skywalks and arcades at first-floor level to connect with areas directly with Metro station.
*Mayur Vihar: Roundabout under flyover to allow easy movement of traffic.
* Vinod Nagar East: Bus terminal being integrated with upcoming Metro station, access roads to provide better walkability.
* Vinod Nagar West: Skywalks to facilitate seamless connection across NH-24 and direct access to Mandavali village.
* New Dhaula Kuan station: To be linked with Airport Express Line and a network of skywalks with travellators will be installed to allow seamless access to roads in the vicinity.
* Moti Bagh: Skywalk will integrate with station entry concourse.
* Rohini: Road behind station to be used as drop-off and boarding point for auto-rickshaws and other vehicles.
* Shakarpur: Foot overbridge to be extended to station, exit points at rear of station.
* Badli More: Drop-off point under flyover and better connectivity between Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar, industrial areas and Badli village.
* Kalkaji: Skywalks to integrate Phase-II, III of Metro stations from across Ring Road and Nehru Place.

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