Delhi Metro received an Excellence Award at Bhubaneswar’s Urban Mobility India Conference for innovation. (Pankaj Rai)
New Delhi: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has received national recognition for its efforts to advance modern public transport through technology and innovation. The organisation was honoured with an ‘Excellence Award’ in the Innovation and Smart Transport Solutions category at the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition held in Bhubaneswar.
The award highlights DMRC’s focus on improving operational efficiency, adopting advanced technologies and enhancing the travel experience for passengers.
Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal presented the award to Dr Vikas Kumar, Managing Director of DMRC. Odisha Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Union Urban Development Department Secretary Satendra Singh and Odisha Additional Chief Secretary Usha Padhee were also present at the event.
The two-day conference and exhibition brought together urban transport experts and professionals from across the world to discuss sustainable urban development, modern mobility systems and the future requirements of public transportation.
Over the past few years, Delhi Metro has introduced several technology-based initiatives to improve passenger convenience and operational performance. These include digital ticketing systems, the use of artificial intelligence to anticipate potential technical faults and improvements in customer service.
Such measures are aimed at making metro operations more efficient while helping passengers access public transport more conveniently.
The award reinforces DMRC’s efforts to develop a safer, more convenient and technologically advanced public transport network. As cities face growing mobility demands, the adoption of smart systems and innovative solutions is becoming increasingly important for efficient urban travel.
The recognition at the national conference highlights Delhi Metro’s contribution to modern urban mobility and its continuing focus on technology-led improvements in public transportation.
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