India, May 18 -- With plans to run 24 additional train trips every Monday, deploy extra security personnel, expand ticketing facilities and strengthen last-mile connectivity services, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announced a series of measures aimed at encouraging more people to shift from private vehicles to public transport across Delhi-NCR.

The DMRC on Sunday said it will introduce 24 additional train trips with the deployment of six extra trains every Monday from May 18, while similar arrangements may also be made on other days depending on passenger demand.

The move comes as part of efforts to strengthen mass transit systems and improve urban mobility amid growing emphasis on energy security, environmental sustainability...