On Friday, during the peak morning hour, as many commuters were rushing to work, Chennai Metro Rail services suffered a disruption yet again, causing passengers severe inconveniences.
Around 8 a.m., there was glitch in one of the components of the signalling system near Alandur, as a result of which, trains were running late. According to officials of Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL), the direct trains between Chennai Central and Chennai airport have been suspended.
While by noon, the train services began operating as per schedule, the direct train services between Chennai Central and Chennai airport will not operate on Friday, officials said, and remain cancelled. Commuters will have to change trains at Alandur. Officials said the technical teams are continuing to work to resolve the issue.
On Monday, February 27 too, CMRL had suffered a glitch, with a train from Koyambedu to Central Metro station stopped near Thirumangalam due to a technical issue. Trains had been delayed, and commuters were irked then too.
