Delhi Metro's First Train: 23 Years of Transformation & Tech Upgrades

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News18•26-12-2025, 14:49
Delhi Metro's First Train: 23 Years of Transformation & Tech Upgrades
- •Delhi Metro's first train, TS#01, marks 23 years, evolving from 4 to 8 coaches since its 2002 launch by PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
- •TS#01, manufactured in South Korea, has traveled 2.9M km, transported 60M+ passengers, and undergone multiple upgrades.
- •Features advanced regenerative braking, saving 40% energy, and boasts an impressive 85,000 km Mean Distance Between Failures.
- •Underwent major 2024 mid-life rehabilitation, adding IP-based PAPIS, CCTV, emergency alarms, and LCD dynamic maps.
- •Enhanced passenger amenities include upgraded doors, fire detection, refurbished relay panel, and mobile charging sockets.
Why It Matters: Delhi Metro's pioneering train, TS#01, showcases 23 years of continuous innovation and passenger-focused upgrades.
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