Contactless cards for metro travel on the anvil
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Contactless smart cards
As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe, countries are taking multiple steps to contain its spread. The Indian government is considering the use of contactless smart cards after the lockdown ends.
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Smart cards vs tokens
Smart cards contain magnetic strips which allow for automatic fare collection at access gates. These are unlike single-use tokens which have to be purchased separately for each journey, and are likely to go through hundreds of hands.
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Social distancing
The government will also introduce measures for metro travelling including social distancing, managing space between passengers, and crowd control.
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Draft SOP
The draft standard operating procedure is being formulated by the Union housing and urban affairs ministry.
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Corona impact on Metro
Govt imposed lockdown in the wake of Covid-19 pandemic, suspending all public transport till May 3. Metros, along with passenger trains and flights, have been suspended since March 25.