Early Start, Early Close: Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali
DMRC announces revised train schedules for Diwali on November 8, with earlier starts on some lines and an early closure across the network.
Commuters in the national capital will need to adjust their clocks this festive season. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced revised Delhi Metro Diwali timings for Sunday, November 8, 2026, to ensure that both passengers and staff can celebrate the festival of lights with their families.
Early Morning Boost for Specific Lines
In a move to assist early morning travelers, the DMRC is shifting the start time for several key lines. While these lines typically begin operations at 7:00 AM on Sundays, they will now open their doors one hour earlier.
The revised 6:00 AM start time from terminal stations will apply to the following routes:
- Pink Line: Majlis Park to Shiv Vihar / Majlis Park
- Magenta Line: Botanical Garden to Krishna Park Extension and Majlis Park to Deepali Chowk
- Grey Line: Dwarka Kakrola to Dhansa Bus Stand
Evening Curfew for Festivities
While the morning sees an early start, the evening will wrap up sooner than usual. To allow the network's workforce and the general public to join the Diwali celebrations, the DMRC has decided to pull back the closing time.
Across the entire network, including the Airport Express Line, the final train will now depart from terminal stations at 10:00 PM. This is a significant shift from the standard Sunday closing time, where the last train usually departs at 11:00 PM.
"On the occasion of Diwali, i.e. 08th November 2026 (Sunday), Metro train services on the Pink Line, Magenta Line and Grey Line... will begin one hour earlier at 6:00 AM... Further, in view of Diwali celebrations during the evening, the last Metro train service will commence at 10:00 PM from terminal stations of all Metro Lines, including the Airport Express Line, instead of the usual last train departure time of 11:00 PM," the DMRC stated in an official post on X.
Plan Your Journey
The DMRC has urged all passengers to plan their holiday travel in advance to avoid any last-minute rush or inconvenience caused by the shortened evening window. For those seeking real-time updates or the comprehensive timetable, the corporation has directed commuters to visit the official DMRC website or follow their verified social media handles.