A revolutionary expansion of the public transport system is underway in Delhi, India. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is contributing to this transformation by providing significant financing for the Delhi Metro Phase 4 project. Approx. 550 million dollars (approximately 80 billion yen) to the metro network with a loan of 65 kilometers more are being added and 178 new trains is being purchased.
Delhi Metro Expands with Phase 4
currently 395 kilometers in length and to millions of passengers daily With this new phase, the Delhi Metro, which provides service, both increases its capacity and makes transportation in the city more efficient.
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Extension of 3 new lines
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47 kilometers of new line construction
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Construction of 39 new stations
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Establishment of a new train depot
With this move, areas integrated into the metro will provide access to more passengers, and transportation comfort and speed will increase throughout the city.
178 New Trains Coming
Delhi Metro is currently served by 336 trains. 178 more modern trains to be addedWith the new trains, the carrying capacity of the system will be increased and passenger density will be managed more effectively.
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By 2026, one tenth of the fleet will have been renewed.
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The trains will have faster passenger carrying capacity and will be equipped with advanced technologies.
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Working every day 15 maintenance stations, these trains will continue to operate.
Contribution to Sustainable Development
The loan provided by JICA is not only an infrastructure investment but also a strong strategic partnership an indicator. With this project:
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Traffic congestion will decrease: Citizens will prefer to use the metro instead of private vehicles.
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Environmental impacts will be minimized: Fewer vehicles mean less carbon emissions.
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Urban mobility and quality of life will increase.
Delhi's Transformation Begins
New lines and trains will not only make transportation easier, but also economic vitality will also bring. According to experts:
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In areas around new metro stations commercial and residential development will accelerate.
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Regional ties will be strengthened, the city social and economic integrity will increase.
Strong Cooperation with Japan
The project is the latest example of Japan’s long-term investment in India’s infrastructure. JICA’s financing is provided over a 30-year period and is expected to further deepen ties between the two countries.
