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Delhi Metro has started exploring autonomous mobility research, improving travel for commuters beyond metro stations. To support this effort, it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad to collaborate and develop advanced transport solutions. The agreement was signed last week and aims to combine Delhi Metro's
operational experience with IIT Hyderabad's applied research to address gaps in urban transport systems.
How Will the Partnership Help?
Under this partnership, both organisations will work on technologies such as driverless unmanned ground vehicles, robotics, intelligent transport systems, autonomous drones, and advanced navigation tools that can operate without human control. Officials said these innovations will mainly focus on improving last-mile connectivity, helping passengers travel easily from metro stations to their final destinations.
Pilot Project
TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad will provide its expertise in autonomous navigation, cyber-physical systems, and real-time data analysis. The research centre has special testing facilities for both aerial and ground-based technologies. These testbeds allow new systems to be tried in real-world conditions, making it easier to conduct pilot projects within metro areas.
The project is supported by the Union Department of Science and Technology under the National Mission on Cyber-Physical Systems. This mission promotes applied research in advanced technologies such as automation and intelligent systems.
Officials' Statements
Dr Santhosh Reddy, executive officer of TiHAN-IIT Hyderabad, said the collaboration will help bring research closer to practical use. He explained that the focus is on creating navigation systems that are safe, dependable, and suitable for large public transport networks.
Shobhan Chaudhuri, research and development adviser at the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), said the partnership will help the metro prepare for future travel needs. He added that the goal is to improve last-mile connectivity and increase efficiency through automation.
Signing of MoU
The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from Delhi Metro and IIT Hyderabad. Officials said the collaboration is expected to lead to pilot projects that can later be expanded to metro systems in other cities, helping public transport adapt better to future urban mobility needs.
