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Indore Metro: Elevating Passenger Experience Through Thoughtful Design

 


 





Bringing the Metro to the city aims not only to improve the urban landscape of Indore but also provides a safe, convenient and seamless mode of transportation for its residents. Central to this change are the metro stations, strategically designed to cater to the fundamental needs of passengers. Currently, eight elevated stations are under construction, each boasting a unique design that seamlessly integrates with the city's urban character, thereby becoming a prominent city landmark.

Key Features of Indore Metro Stations:

Two-Level Stations: To enhance passenger convenience, all metro stations are structured on two levels. The concourse level serves as the primary entry point, facilitating travel information gathering, ticket purchases, security checks, and directional decisions. Essential passenger amenities, such as gender-specific toilets, facilities for differently abled individuals, station staff rooms, technical rooms, and fare collection gates, are also located on this level. The second level, or platform level, is dedicated to boarding and deboarding trains.

Entry/Exit: Entry and exit gates are strategically placed on both sides of the road at every metro station. This thoughtful design allows passengers the flexibility to enter and exit the station from any side of the road.

Foot Over Bridge: To connect stations situated on roads, foot over bridges have been incorporated, ensuring seamless accessibility to entry/exit buildings on either side of the road.

Lifts and Escalators: Prioritizing passenger ease, each entry and exit point at the stations is equipped with lifts, escalators, and stairs. This ensures a hassle-free journey for all passengers, including those with special needs.

Bilingual Signage: Stations feature bilingual signage to guide passengers efficiently, enabling them to navigate the station effortlessly.

Convenient Ticketing Solutions: Bhopal Metro's AFC system offers diverse ticketing options, including the use of coin and banknote recyclers at ticket vending machines. This flexibility caters to the varying needs of passengers, streamlining the ticketing process.

Facilities for Visually Impaired Passengers: Special provisions have been made for visually impaired passengers, including Braille signage with an audio system and Braille maps at stations. The entire system, from station buildings to trains, is designed to be barrier-free, offering a welcoming environment for passengers with disabilities.

Conclusion: With state-of-the-art facilities, including stairs, escalators, lifts, and accessible features for differently abled individuals, the metro stations aim to make every passenger's journey a memorable and positive experience. The commitment to a barrier-free environment and thoughtful design reflects the project's dedication to inclusivity and passenger-centric convenience.

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