Noida, Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday said it has launched an initiative to convert vacant commercial spaces of Noida Metro into 'convenience stores', engage additional manpower and accelerate network expansion to significantly improve facilities, operational efficiency and connectivity. Has given.

According to an official statement from the government, the initiative aims to enhance facilities at six metro stations and increase the revenue of Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC).

"The NMRC initiative aims to revitalize vacant commercial spaces at metro stations in Sector 50, Sector 51, Sector 76, Alpha One, Delta One and Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) office," it said.

"The process of converting these vacant spaces into kiosks and convenience stores is now underway with a focus on improving civic amenities," it said.

Additionally, steps are being taken to mobilize manpower for efficient operation of various metro stations.It is noteworthy that the government is also paving the way for expeditious completion of the pending phases of the Metro Rail Expansion Project in the state.

The government said the license will be issued for an operational period of five years.

"All these vacant commercial spaces are located near the stairs on the ground floor of the respective metro stations, and preparations for their rejuvenation are now underway. To complete this process and give concrete shape to the process of construction, operation and licensing of convenience stores, Applications have been invited through Request for Proposal (RFP).

“Licenses for these convenience stores will be issued for a period of five years, including a mandatory lock-in period of one year, with the possibility of extension up to three years depending on performance.The project involves converting a total of 310 square meters into convenience stores at six metro stations,” it said.

Applicants seeking license agreements must provide detailed plans of vacant commercial spaces, including sectional and elevation plans, architectural front elevations, structural stability certificates, quality and structural safety reports, work safety protocols and electrical power, sanitation and water supply. Contains details about. According to the statement.

The government said that applications have been invited to engage manpower through RFP.

"NMRC has invited applications for engagement of technical and non-technical manpower on contract basis through RFP format. The selected agency is recruiting for various posts including unskilled, semi-skilled, highly skilled manpower, clerical administrative cadre, junior engineers. Will recruit personnel for., and maintenance, to enhance the efficiency and robustness of metro station operations,” it said.

The Noida Metro corridor, also known as the Noida-Greater Noida Metro Rail Corridor, extends for 29.7 km and consists of a total of 21 metro stations, starting from Sector 51 to the depot station in Greater Noida.