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CHENNAI: Beginning Saturday, metro trains will be available from 4.30am to 11pm as Chennai Metro Rail Limited ( CMRL ) is extending operations after months of running trials. We expect the extension of services to attract and benefit more commuters,” a metro rail official said.At present, metro trains are available from 6am to 10pm. Every alternate train would be a direct service from Chennai Central to Airport.During non-peak hours, trains will be operated every seven minutes. A train will be available every 30 minutes from 4.30am to 6am and from 10pm to 11pm, while the existing schedule will be followed between 6am and 10pm. At present, outsourced private security personnel and state police guard metro stations in the city..