Telangana - Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited gears up for monsoon season
NVS reddy, managing director of HMRL, stressed the value of continuous train operation throughout the monsoon season. Senior engineers were instructed by him to keep a close eye on Metro rail installations and operations around the clock.
In addition, he issued several crucial orders to prevent any potential Metro system disruptions:
• Rigorous inspection and sealing of expansion joints, cleaning of rainwater spouts, and removal of vegetation growth on viaducts to prevent leakages and ensure structural integrity.
• Regular pruning of trees near metro viaducts and removal of foreign objects to safeguard the electrical traction system.
• Deployment of additional housekeeping staff to prevent water stagnation on platforms.
• Removal of hazardous flexis from advertisement boards near metro installations.
• Maintenance of electrical fittings and installation of additional nuts and boults on station roofs to withstand heavy rains.
• Implementation of measures to prevent inundation at metro entry/exit points, lifts, and escalators.
• Implementation of corrosion prevention measures for rail tracks and other steel structures.