The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) on Tuesday signed an MoU with Melbourne's Monash University to collaborate on research and development in metro rail technology.The authorised representatives of both organisations signed this MoU in the presence of senior officials at the Metro Bhawan here, the DMRC said in a statement.
The Australian university was represented through the Institute of Railway Technology (IRT), which is known for its work in railway engineering and innovation.As part of the agreement, the two institutions will jointly take up studies in areas such as advanced automation of rolling stock and track maintenance, the statement said.
The DMRC Academy will act as the knowledge and training partner for collaborative activities, including exchange programmes with Monash University, it added.Specific research studies will be identified and undertaken by IRT, Monash University, under separate agreements on a case-by-case basis.The two sides, according to the statement, will also explore other areas of technical and research cooperation aimed at enhancing the skills of metro engineers.
The DMRC said the collaboration marks an important step in strengthening its technical capabilities by associating with a leading global institute in railway technology.The partnership is expected to improve safety, reliability and the overall travel experience of metro passengers, it added.The DMRC said this initiative is part of its broader effort to adopt global best practices and foster innovation in metro operations and maintenance.
Monash University is one of Australia's top institutions, with the IRT recognised globally for its expertise in railway systems and engineering, it added.
Meanwhile, under Phase 5 metro projects, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has begun the tender process for the construction of the Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum underground metro station. This underground metro station will be constructed at a cost of Rs 206.5 crore. In view of the Central Vista project, this station will be constructed on priority basis.
This underground metro station will be a part of the Indraprastha-RK Ashram corridor of Phase 5A. A proposal to build 18 metro corridors in Phase 5 is under consideration with the central government. The first two of these projects are the extension project of Swarn Rekha (Tughlakabad-Aerocity) under construction in Phase 4.
At the same time, Indraprastha-RK Ashram Corridor is an extension project of Indralok-Indraprastha (Green Line) of Phase 4. This corridor will be completely underground and its length will be 9.5 kilometres. There will be eight stations on this corridor, including Yuge Yugin Bharat Museum Metro Station. Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum is to be built in the North and South Block, which is a part of the Central Vista project.
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