Shri Janak Kumar Garg, Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) conducted a safety inspection to ensure the safety and efficient operation of Patna Metro. The CMRS reviewed the Patna Metro Depot, rolling stock, and three stations of the Priority Corridor. This step focuses on strict compliance with safety and operational protocols. With successful trials at 40 km/h, Patna Metro is moving towards delivering a safe and modern transport system for Bihar.
Introduction:
The Patna Metro project took another step closer to the operational readiness, the Commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS), Shri Janak Kumar Garg, conducted a comprehensive safety inspection. The inspection covered the depot, rolling stock, and three stations along the Priority Corridor, ensuring safety and efficient operations in the corridor.
Inspection Highlights:
During the visit, Shri Garg thoroughly reviewed rolling stock, station infrastructure, and depot systems to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. A high-level meeting was also organized with:
- Shri Abhay Kumar Singh, IAS, Secretary, UDHD & MD, PMRCL
- Smt. Abhilasha Sharma, IAS, AMD, PMRCL & Joint Secretary, UDHD
- Senior officials from PMRCL and DMRC
The meeting reinforced the commitment to safety and readiness before the metro begins commercial services.
Key Takeaways from CMRS Inspection:
- Public Safety Priority: Passenger safety remains the foremost concern in every stage of the project.
- Strict Compliance: Adherence to operational and safety standards is mandatory before commissioning.
- Integrated Safety Approach: Safety protocols must be embedded into planning, construction, operations, and maintenance.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Effective collaboration among multiple agencies is crucial for smooth project delivery.
Performance Validation:
As part of the inspection, metro rolling stock underwent trial runs at a speed of 40 km/h. The trials validated the systems against required benchmarks and demonstrated the project’s preparedness for future operations.
Future Outlook:
The inspection is the final stage before the Patna Metro becomes operational, ensuring that all the stations and the rolling stock are in best condition. With modern infrastructure, world-class safety measures, and improved connectivity, the metro system is poised to redefine urban transport in Bihar.
Conclusion:
The safety inspection of the Patna Metro showcases the Patna metro’s effort towards safety, efficient operation and advanced infrastructure. The project is going to redefine the transportation system in Bihar, as now the rolling stock and the stations are reviewed thoroughly. This development will bring a new mobility era in the state, ensuring the commuters will have a safe and a comfortable travelling experience.
Source: Patna Metro | Image Credit: Patna Metro
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