NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is gearing up to go global with the formation of Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL), aimed at expanding India’s metro expertise to international markets.
Union Minister for Housing &Urban Affairs, and Energy, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, announced the initiative on 7 November while inaugurating the 18th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition in Gurugram.
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal stated that the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will take on an expanded role through its subsidiary, Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL). Acting on behalf of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), DMIL will be responsible for a broad spectrum of activities, including consultancy, construction, turnkey execution, project management, and operation and maintenance for metro and urban transport systems both in India and overseas.
He further mentioned that another subsidiary of DMRC will assist MoHUA in overseeing Mass Rapid Transit Systems (MRTS) across the country. This subsidiary will focus on planning, coordination, and management support, helping ensure greater uniformity, efficiency, and expertise in implementing mass transit projects nationwide.
Highlighting the country’s growing influence in urban transit development, Minister Khattar said, “DMIL will take India’s metro networks beyond national borders.
He further announced several initiatives like the establishment of more Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS) projects in collaboration with DMRC, the launch of a Delhi Metro Rail Academy for skill development, and the creation of a Centre of Excellence.
Manohar Lal Khattar said “DMIL will take metro networks beyond India. MRTS will strengthen interconnectivity and ensure safe, reliable transport with strict safety and cybersecurity standards. The academy will accelerate capacity building, and a Centre of Excellence will give new direction to metro services through innovative approaches”, as reported by The Indian Express.
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