🚇 Delhi Metro Timings Changed on Holi (March 4, 2026)
On the occasion of Holi (Wednesday, March 4, 2026), the Delhi Metro rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced a temporary change in metro timings to allow commuters and staff to celebrate the festival safely.🕑 Metro services Start Late — From 2:30 PMInstead of the regular early‑morning start, **metro trains across all lines — including the airport Express Line — will begin operations from about 2:30 PM only. This means there will be no metro service in the morning or early afternoon on holi day.
✔️ Plan your day ahead — morning metro service will not be available.
✔️ After 2:30 PM, metro services will run normally, so travel later in the day if possible.
✔️ Keep checking official DMRC updates in case of any last‑minute changes.✅ In summary: On Holi, March 4, 2026, the Delhi Metro will start operating at around 2:30 PM instead of early morning, with normal services continuing for the rest of the evening. All lines, including the airport Express Line, will follow this revised schedule to accommodate the festive celebrations. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- 📍 Start Time: 2:30 PM from all terminal stations
- 🚆 Services After Start: Trains will run as per the usual schedule for the rest of the evening.
- Morning travel demand is usually low on festival days when people focus on celebrations.
- It gives metro staff and commuters time to enjoy holi safely at home or in their communities without the pressure of morning commuting.
- It also helps reduce station crowding during peak celebration times.
- Namo Bharat trains (regional metro) and Meerut Metro services will operate on limited hours on March 4. They are expected to begin services from around 5 PM and run until about 10 PM on holi day. These timings differ from usual full‑day schedules.
✔️ Plan your day ahead — morning metro service will not be available.
✔️ After 2:30 PM, metro services will run normally, so travel later in the day if possible.
✔️ Keep checking official DMRC updates in case of any last‑minute changes.✅ In summary: On Holi, March 4, 2026, the Delhi Metro will start operating at around 2:30 PM instead of early morning, with normal services continuing for the rest of the evening. All lines, including the airport Express Line, will follow this revised schedule to accommodate the festive celebrations. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.