Snaking above, below and on the ground, one world-class train service-Metro -- has shaped a new future for urban transportation in the national capital and mitigated the travel woes of millions of Delhiites.

Since its inauguration in December 2002, the Delhi Metro has become the capital's showpiece as it makes travelling in this crowded, and at places chaotic, city of 15 million people and over four million vehicles quicker and more comfortable than ever before.

In December 2004, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh flagged off the sleek, futuristic trains on their maiden journey underground. And the much awaited Dwarka-Barakhamba line was supposed to be opened towards the end of this year, but due to some "technical" reason, service on this stretch will begin from January 1, 2006.

The rise in passengers using the Metro is expected to rise from the present 2.7 lakh to up to 6 lakh.

High capacity buses have been another boon to people in Delhi. The buses have helped in catering to more people and have reduced traffic on the roads.