The Dhaula Kuan metro station is a part of Delhi Metro’s Airport Express Line (Orange Line). It is the only elevated station on this line. The metro station was opened on August 15, 2011. Under Phase III of the Delhi Metro development, the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus metro station was constructed as a part of the Pink Line and connected to the Dhaula Kuan metro station via a 1.2-km skywalk. It features 22 travelators to ensure a hassle-free commute.
See also: All about IGI Airport Metro Station
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, Delhi: Key details
| Station name | Dhaula Kuan Metro Station |
| Operated by | DMRC |
| Opened on | August 15, 2011 |
| Located on | Airport Express Line (Orange Line) |
| Layout | Elevated |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Previous metro station | Delhi Aerocity Station (towards Dwarka Sector 21) |
| Next metro station | Shivaji Stadium Metro Station (towards New Delhi) |
| Connected to | Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus metro station on Pink Line (via travelators) |
| Parking facility | No |
| Feeder bus | No |
| ATM facility | Canara Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank |
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, Delhi: Route
| S. No. | Station Name |
| 1 | New Delhi Station (interchange to Yellow line) |
| 2 | Shivaji Stadium Station |
| 3 | Dhaula Kuan Metro Station |
| 4 | Delhi Aerocity Station |
| 5 | IGI Airport Station terminal (T3) |
| 6 | Dwarka Sector 21 Station |
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, Delhi: Timings
| First metro towards New Delhi | 5:05 AM |
| Last metro towards New Delhi | 11:49 PM |
| First metro towards Dwarka Sector 21 | 4:57 AM |
| Last metro towards Dwarka Sector 21 | 11:46 PM |
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, Delhi: Entry/exit gates
| Gate 1 | Jheel Park |
| Gate 2 | National Highway 8 |
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, Delhi: Penalties
| Offences | Penalties |
| Carrying flammable material/firearms/explosives | Imprisonment of up to four years and a fine of up to Rs 5,000 |
| Any demonstration or unauthorised writing/pasting in compartments | Exclusion from the event, removal from the compartment and a fine of Rs 1,000 |
| Unlawful entry onto the metro track | Imprisonment of up to six months, a fine of up to Rs 500 or both |
| Drinking/spitting/sitting on the floor/quarrelling in the metro | A penalty of Rs 200 |
| Endangering passenger safety through rash or negligent acts | Imprisonment of up to one year, a fine or both |
| Obstructing officials on duty | A fine of Rs 500 |
| Travelling without a valid token or smart card | A fine of Rs 50 and the maximum fare |
| Carrying offensive material | A fine of Rs 200 |
| Misusing the communication means or alarm inside the train | A fine of Rs 500 |
FAQs
Is Dhaula Kuan Metro Station an interchange station?
No, it is not an interchange station. However, it is connected to the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus metro station via travelators.
Which places are near Dhaula Kuan Metro Station?
Dhaula Kuan Metro Station is located near Dhaula Kuan bus stand, Golf Club and Officer Enclave (S.P. Marg).
Which are the nearby DTC bus stops?
DTC bus stops near Dhaula Kuan Metro Station include Dhaula Kuan (Ring Road), Dhaula Kuan (ARSD College), Golf Club, Maharana Pratap Chowk, RR Line, Officer Enclave (S.P. Marg), RR Hospital and Satya Niketan.
Does Dhaula Kuan Metro Station have a parking facility?
No, Dhaula Kuan Metro Station does not have a parking facility.
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