Prime Minister Narendra Modi to launch Namo Bharat Train on Extended RRTS Corridor

New Delhi, India (Urban Transport News): In a landmark move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate and flag off the 17 km long Duhai to Modi Nagar North RRTS section, marking a significant milestone in India's regional transportation infrastructure. The Namo Bharat train will be remotely flagged off by the Prime Minister from Muradnagar RRTS station, connecting communities and enhancing regional connectivity.

The additional 17 km stretch from Duhai to Modi Nagar North on the Delhi – Ghaziabad – Meerut RRTS corridor expands the operational reach, encompassing three vital stations: Murad Nagar, Modi Nagar South, and Modi Nagar North. With this inauguration, Namo Bharat services will seamlessly cover 34 km of the Delhi - Meerut RRTS corridor, incorporating eight stations from Sahibabad to Modinagar North.

Journey of Progress: Inception to Expansion

The journey of the RRTS corridor began with the foundation stone laid by the Honorable Prime Minister in March 2019, emphasizing the government's commitment to transformative regional mobility. It took its first passenger strides under the Prime Minister's leadership in October 2023, aligning with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan.

The strategic integration of RRTS stations with airports, railway stations, metro stations, ISBTs, and city bus stops mirrors the commitment to creating a network of networks in public transit systems. This approach, aligned with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, aims to decentralize economic activity, enhance access to employment, education, and healthcare, and significantly reduce traffic congestion and air pollution.

Seamless Expansion for Regional Connectivity

The newly added 17 km stretch of the Namo Bharat train service extends the coverage of the Delhi – Meerut RRTS corridor beyond its initial operational priority section. This expansion is poised to boost regional connectivity, making commuting within the area more convenient and seamless. The inclusion of crucial stations like Murad Nagar, Modi Nagar South, and Modi Nagar North ensures that the RRTS system effectively caters to the growing needs of the communities it serves.

High-Speed Connectivity for the Future

The RRTS, with its cutting-edge rail-based transit system, boasts a design speed of 180 kmph and an operational speed of 160 kmph. Geared towards bridging distances within the National Capital Region (NCR), the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor, stretching over 82 km, will significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to less than an hour. This revolutionary transit system, passing through urban hubs like Ghaziabad, Muradnagar, and Modinagar, promises to reshape regional transportation and bring communities and destinations closer.

The inauguration and flagging off of the extended Duhai to Modi Nagar North RRTS section by Prime Minister Narendra Modi mark a momentous leap forward in India's pursuit of advanced regional transportation. This expansion not only enhances regional connectivity but also reflects a commitment to sustainable and efficient public transit systems. As the Namo Bharat train embarks on its extended journey, it symbolizes progress, accessibility, and a vision for a seamlessly connected future.