Is Comparing Mumbai Locals To Delhi Metro Even Fair? Internet Responds: ‘There Is No Match...’ | VIDEO

Mumbai’s local trains often attract attention because of packed coaches for most of the day. Many believe no other city matches that level of crowd. But a recent post about the Delhi Metro has started a new discussion online. A passenger travelling late at night shared that even at 11 PM, the metro was still so full that there was no place to sit. The user sarcastically praised the service and called it one of the best in the country.

Along with the post, they shared a picture of the crowded coach and details of Delhi Metro’s operational record, showing how it runs and how many people it carries every day. Soon after the post circulated on social media, some users agreed, others felt that comparing it with Mumbai locals does not make sense, as

both cities have different travel patterns and passenger loads.

The post shared on X (Formerly Twitter) came with the caption, “Delhi Metro is more crowded than Mumbai Local. 11 PM and still no place to sit. Exceptional and phenomenal service by truly the best, DMRC, a role model for the entire Bharat.”

Delhi Metro is more crowded than Mumbai Local

11 PM and still no place to sit

Exceptional and phenomenal service by truly the best – DMRC, a role model for entire Bharat

Mixed Reactions From Users

Reacting to the post, a user wrote, “This is empty. Travel on Monday at 9 am on the Gurgaon route.”

Another shared, “Metro trains usually consist of a maximum of 8 coaches and fewer seats, whereas Local trains in Mumbai are of 12 to 15 big coaches. Understand the difference.”

“DMRC was the last good thing Delhi discovered,” a comment read.

An individual stated, “Since you’re in Delhi, do experience RRTS-Namo Bharat. The Mumbai metro will also be like this. I’ve seen a steady growth in ridership, especially after the Arrey-Colaba line got fully operational. But personally, I do prefer the AC locals; it has its unique charm.”

Another mentioned, “Speaking of overcrowding, Delhi is no match to Mumbai. I’ve travelled on both in peak rush hours and the Mumbai rush is unbearable.”

One more added, “Delhi metro is the benchmark performance of any metro in the country.”

Delhi Metro At A Glance

The Delhi Metro covers nearly 395 kilometres and has 289 stations. Every day, around 65 to 70 lakh passengers travel on the metro. The system uses more than 336 train sets, with trains that have 4, 6 or 8 coaches.

Apart from ticket sales, the metro also earns money from other sources, as close to 20 per cent of its income comes from ads, property projects and similar activities. During busy hours, trains arrive very quickly, usually in less than three minutes.

The ticket prices start at Rs 11 and go up to Rs 64, depending on the distance. On Sundays and national holidays, some fares are lower. People using smart cards or similar travel cards get a discount of 10 to 20 per cent on each ride. The metro is also designed to be easy to use for passengers with disabilities, as there are lifts, ramps and other helpful facilities.