New Delhi, April 23 -- Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) to undertake a pilot project aimed at enhancing green cover and aesthetics at selected locations, including central verges, areas under station structures, and other suitable spaces along metro corridors.

The MOU was signed in the presence of Dr. CH. Srinivasa Rao, Director ICAR - IARI and. Manuj Singhal, Director (Infrastructure), DMRC. Senior officers of both the organisations were also present, during the event.

Under the MoU, ICAR-IARI will provide technical guidance on the selection of plant species suitable for harsh and low-light conditions, having low watering requ...