A significant progress has been made towards the expansion of the much-awaited metro service in the capital. Chief Metro Rail Safety Commissioner (CMRS) Nilabhr Sengupta along with his team inspected the Bhootnath to Malahipakdi (Down Line) section under the Patna Metro project. During the inspection, the safety standards and technical arrangements were thoroughly checked.
The CMRS closely inspected the track structure, viaduct and overhead electric (OHE) systems to eliminate the possibility of any technical obstacles or safety risks during operations.
Along with this, the fire fighting system, lifts, escalators and emergency exit routes at Malahipakdi station were also checked.
As part of the inspection process, trial runs of metro trains were also conducted in both directions. During this time, the speed of the trains, the functionality of the braking system and the signalling system were tested. According to officials, all the systems were found satisfactory during the trial.After the inspection, CMRS has expressed satisfaction over the works. Now after getting their formal approval, the way has been paved for starting the metro service on this route. It is expected that soon the metro service from Bhootnath to Malahipakdi will be started for the common commuters.This extension of metro service will give a new impetus to the commuting in the eastern part of the city. People struggling with the problem of traffic jams will get relief and travel will be more safe, fast and convenient.
