Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Delhi Airport Metro Slows After Cable Theft Attempt
Some people tried to steal cables from the Delhi Metro's Airport Express Line.
They cut about 800 metres of signalling cables between Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium stations.
Because of this, the metro trains are now running slower, at 25 kmph, on that part of the line.
The rest of the line is working normally.
The metro company, DMRC, is planning to fix the cables at night to avoid disturbing passengers during the day.
They are also working with the police to prevent this from happening again.
Passengers are being told to expect longer travel times and to plan their trips accordingly.
Signalling cables were cut between Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium stations on the Airport Express Line.
Trains are operating at a restricted speed of 25 kmph on the affected section.
The remaining stretch of the Airport Express Line is running normally.
Repair work will be carried out at night to minimize passenger inconvenience.
DMRC is coordinating with law enforcement to address the issue and prevent future attempts.
- Who
- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and passengers
- What
- Theft attempt on signalling cables, leading to restricted metro speed
- When
- On Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Between Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium stations on the Airport Express Line
- Why
- To disrupt the signalling system and potentially cause delays or accidents
- Location
- Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium stations
- Cable Length Cut
- 800 metres
- Restricted Speed
- 25 kmph
- Normal Operating Speed
- Not specified
- Repair Timing
- Nighttime after revenue services
- Train Frequency
- One train every 10 minutes
- Passenger Advisory
- Plan journeys accordingly, expect longer travel time
