Operations
Trains operate at a frequency of 2 minutes 30 seconds to 5–10 minutes between 6:00 and 23:00 depending peak and off peak time . Trains operating within the network typically travel at speed up to 80 km/h (50 mph), and stop about 20 seconds at each station. Automated station announcements are recorded in Hindi and English. Many stations have services such as ATMs, food outlets, cafés, convenience stores and mobile recharge. Eating, drinking, smoking, and chewing of gum are prohibited in the entire system. The Metro also has a sophisticated fire alarm system for advance warning in emergencies, and fire retardant material is used in trains as well as on the premises of stations. Navigation information is available on Google Transit. The first coach of every train is reserved for women.
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