Doha Metro to operate at 75% capacity from Jan 29

Doha Metro Service Updates

In line with the latest cabinet decision announced recently on the revised measures to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), the metro services and public transport services will continue to operate at a capacity of 75%. 

Qatar Rail has announced on Twitter that Doha Metro, Lusail  Tram, Metrolink and Metro Express will operate at 75% capacity starting from Saturday, January 29. 

"In view of the updated COVID-19 measures starting 29 Jan 2022, Doha metro, Lusal tram, metrolink and metroexpress will operate at 75% capacity," it said in a tweet. 

Apart from the increase in capacity from a previous 60%, the newly announced Covid-19 precautionary measures also entails the closure of places designated for smoking. Food and drinks are also not allowed in metro services and public transport services.

The recently announced Covid-19 preventive measures also include the closing of designated smoking areas. Food and drinks are not permitted in metro and public transport.