Overview
Tis Hazari metro station is a station on the Red Line of the Delhi Metro system, located in the Tis Hazari neighbourhood of North Delhi, India. The station provides rapid transit service to the surrounding residential and commercial areas, including proximity to the Tis Hazari Courts Complex.
Location and Connectivity
- Address: Tis Hazari, Delhi, 110006, India.
- Coordinates: Approximately 28.683° N latitude, 77.226° E longitude (exact coordinates require verification).
- Nearby Landmarks: Tis Hazari Court, Delhi University North Campus, and several government offices.
- Intermodal Links: The station is accessible from local bus routes and auto‑rickshaw services; dedicated parking facilities are not reported.
Operational History
- Opening Date: The station began operations on 31 December 2002 as part of the inaugural segment of the Delhi Metro’s Red Line, which initially ran from Shahdara to Tis Hazari.
- Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Physical Characteristics
- Structure Type: Elevated (as part of the Red Line’s viaduct section in this segment).
- Tracks: Two tracks serving trains in opposite directions.
- Platforms: Two side platforms (standard for elevated stations on the Red Line).
- Accessibility: The station is equipped with facilities for persons with reduced mobility, including elevators and ramps, in compliance with DMRC’s accessibility standards.
Facilities
- Ticket counters and automated fare collection gates.
- Restrooms and drinking water facilities.
- Small commercial kiosks and vending machines.
- CCTV surveillance and onsite security personnel.
Service Patterns
- Trains on the Red Line operate at regular intervals, with peak‑hour headways typically ranging from 2.5 to 5 minutes.
- Service is provided from early morning (approximately 05:30 h) until late night (approximately 23:30 h), subject to annual schedule revisions by DMRC.
Future Developments
As of the latest publicly available information, no specific expansion or major renovation projects have been announced for Tis Hazari metro station. Any future modifications would be planned and communicated by DMRC.
References
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) official publications and press releases.
- Government of Delhi transport department releases.
Note: Certain technical specifications, such as precise geographic coordinates and detailed architectural plans, are not readily available in publicly released sources and are therefore omitted.