INTEGRATING DELHI METRO STATIONS WITH USER ACCESSIBILITY, CONNECTIVITY AND LAND USE

Abstract

Delhi metro was conceived foreseeing the rising concern of traffic in and around the Delhi region and after initiation it did help in reducing a considerable amount of traffic off the roads of Delhi. Delhi metro presently carries more than 5 million commuters per month and undoubtedly has become the life line of Delhi. It is one of the main transit modes after bus and provides fast and comfortable journey but this is only when commuters are inside the train. Delhi metro is a young system and there is lot to be done to make it a sustainable transportation mode. This report tries to identify the various concerns and issues related to accessibility, connectivity and land use surrounding metro stations and propose various guidelines and policies which can help in transforming metro corridor into a vibrant space which is safe, comfortable and seamless for commuters.