New Delhi: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has established the Delhi Ridge Interpretation Centre (DRIC) at the concourse level of Patel Chowk Metro Station on the Yellow Line. The centre has been designed as an interactive public space to showcase the ecological, geological and historical importance of the Delhi Ridge, widely recognised as the “Green Lung” of the national capital.
The interpretation centre aims to educate visitors, students and metro commuters about the Ridge’s biodiversity, environmental significance and its role in maintaining Delhi’s ecological balance. Through immersive exhibitions, interactive displays and digital technologies, DRIC encourages greater public participation in conservation efforts.
The visitor experience is organised into six thematic zones. These include an introduction to the Delhi Ridge and the Aravalli Range, the Ridge’s rich natural heritage, conservation and restoration initiatives, the use of technology in urban ecology, monuments located within the Ridge landscape, and DMRC’s environmental sustainability initiatives. The centre features holographic displays, augmented reality experiences, interactive digital maps, multi-touch tables, digital storytelling, and technology-based conservation exhibits, offering an engaging learning experience for visitors of all ages.
The Delhi Ridge Interpretation Centre is open from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM and remains closed on Mondays and public holidays. Entry is priced at ₹11 per person, valid for one hour. Visitors who are not travelling by metro can also purchase an entry ticket from the customer care counter at Patel Chowk Metro Station. Group visits can be arranged through prior communication with DMRC.
The initiative reinforces DMRC’s commitment to integrating sustainable development with public infrastructure while creating greater awareness about Delhi’s fragile urban ecosystem.
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