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Delhi Metro accords Airtel Payments Bank rights of maintenance and processing the digital payment solutions

Unveiled Debit and Pre-paid NCMC enabled cards offered by Airtel Payments Bank

Delhi Metro accords Airtel Payments Bank rights of maintenance and processing the digital payment solutions

New Delhi: In continuation of the efforts to introduce more digital ticketing solutions for the convenience of passengers, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has now partnered with Airtel Payments Bank to extend a host of digital payment solutions to its commuters.


The rights of maintenance and processing of digital payment solutions via the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) have now been accorded to the Airtel Payments Bank. The Bank will now process NCMC cards transactions, issued by any bank, facilitating convenient travel on all lines of Delhi Metro including Airport Express along with other open-loop transport systems nationwide.
This announcement was made in a ceremony today at the Delhi Metro headquarters attended by DMRC MD, Dr. Vikas Kumar, MD & CEO of Airtel Payments Bank Mr. Anubrata Biswas, and other senior officials from both the organisations.


On this occasion, Debit, Pre-paid NCMC enabled cards offered by Airtel Payments Bank were also unveiled. The Bank will issue these NCMC enabled cards at the metro stations which will enable seamless travel on Delhi Metro and on other open loop implemented transport systems across the country, along with retail purchases, ATM and e-commerce transactions. One can use this card across travel segments, including metro, bus, railways, and parking lots with NCMC payments facility.


Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd said, “With Airtel Payments Bank, we will be able to offer a host of digital payment solutions across all Delhi metro stations. This partnership will enable us to offer seamless and hassle-free movement for our daily commuters in the National Capital Region.”


Mr. Anubrata Biswas, MD & CEO of Airtel Payments Bank said, “We are delighted to partner with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation to maintain and process digital payment solutions via NCMC. This collaboration aligns with the Nation’s vision of One Nation One Card. This takes us one step ahead to serve our customers better with our diverse offerings, and make our services available to a wide range of users.”


The introduction of seamless digital ticketing options for passengers has been a priority area for DMRC. A number of such solutions have been introduced by DMRC in the recent past. By integrating advanced digital payment solutions, DMRC and Airtel Payments Bank are set to revolutionize the commuting experience, ensuring greater convenience, efficiency, and accessibility for millions of passengers daily. /BI