Updated: September 4, 2020 10:21:13 am
The three corridors would be fully operational as of September 9.
As the Hyderabad Metro is established in resume operations in a phased manner Between September 7 and 9, stations that are in containment zones (Gandhi Hospital, Bharat Nagar, Moosapet, Musheerabad and Yusufguda) will remain closed, according to Published SOPs by Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited (HMRL).
Only asymptomatic people will be allowed to enter metro stations and anyone with mild symptoms will be referred to the closest covid care center or hospital for tests and medical attention.
Read | With 18%, Telangana has the highest positivity rate among health personnel
The statement also said that face masks are mandatory for all travelers, while they will also be encouraged to use the Aarogya Setu app. Failure to wear a mask would result in an adequate penalty, per regulations, while the masks would remain available for purchase at the stations.
#Hyderabad The subway starts on September 7!
The POE regarding the resumption of #Hyderabad Metro Rail Services since September 7 issued by @md_hmrl @KTRTRS pic.twitter.com/LrcvZqQM9l
– Arvind Kumar (@arvindkumar_ias) September 3, 2020
According to published SOPs, the 29 km-long Red Line between Miyapur and LB Nagar will begin on September 7, with trains running from 7 am to 12 pm and from 4 pm to 9 pm. Similarly, the 27 km long Blue Line connecting Nagole and Raidurg will open on September 8 and the same time restrictions will apply.
The three corridors would be fully operational as of September 9, with the 11 km long Green Line connecting JBS and the MG bus station ready for service.
Read | Hyderabad: Osmania Hospital junior doctors threaten to boycott services from September 8
Meanwhile, the trains in the three corridors will run between 7 am and 9 pm, with a frequency of around 5 minutes. Authorities will monitor passenger traffic and may increase or decrease the frequency to avoid crowds, the statement added.
At a review meeting on Thursday, HMRL decided that alternative seats on trains will be marked with an ‘X’, which should be kept vacant.
Proper markings are being made at stations and inside trains for passengers to stand while maintaining social distancing. This will be monitored via CCTV by the Operations Control Center (OCC), the station controller, and the train operators.
Read | Hyderabad to Dubai via Muscat: ‘illegal’ migrants’ route in the spotlight as another Telangana man is sent back
Travelers are advised to do cashless or online transactions for their smart cards and mobile QR tickets. They are also advised to travel with minimal luggage and avoid carrying metal items for quick and easy scanning. They are also advised to carry a hand sanitizer with them, the statement added.
Parking spaces will also be kept open for subway users.
Authorities have instructed security personnel and guards to ensure adequate security while searching travelers without dilution drills. Appropriate PPE equipment and disinfectants will be provided to employees who are likely to be in contact with travelers for the longest time. Pedal-type sanitizer dispensers will be available at stations for passenger use.
📣 The Indian Express is now on Telegram. Click here to join our channel (@indianexpress) and stay up to date with the latest headlines
For the latest news from Hyderabad, download the Indian Express app.
© IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd
.
