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HMRTC Starts Transfer of Gurugram Rapid Metro Operations From DMRC to GMRL

A handholding period with joint committees is intended to ensure a smooth transfer as definitive timelines are finalized.

HMRTC also reported reduced operating costs. Managing Director Chander Shekhar Khare said operational expenses had declined by 6.33%, strengthening the corporation’s finances.  (Parveen Kumar/HT)
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Originally a PPP project, the line has seen rising ridership and costs; HMRTC now plans parallel working for a seamless takeover. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)
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Overview

  • The move was announced at HMRTC’s 62nd board meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi.
  • Operations and maintenance will be jointly managed by DMRC and GMRL until the takeover is complete.
  • Three joint committees with defined terms of reference are reviewing technical matters, asset and legal issues, and revenue and operations, with the final timetable yet to be published.
  • Ridership reached 62.49 lakh between April and July 2025, up 13.59% year on year, as fare revenue rose 11.87% and operating expenses fell 6.33%.
  • Non-fare income hit ₹21.11 crore in April–July, and an e-auction of 22 viaduct and pillar advertising sites is projected to yield ₹58.34 crore annually, with HMRTC’s share exceeding ₹35 crore.