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NCRTC MD inspects Namo Bharat corridor in Delhi; trains to operate soon
Shalabh Goyal inspected the Namo Bharat corridor from Meerut South to Sarai Kale Khan, checking station completion, parking, operations, and Modi Nagar North to Sahibabad section. He interacted with station controllers, checking PSD, train speed, and stretcher space. Meerut Metro integrates. He praised cleanliness and noted New Ashok Nagar and viaduct construction efforts.
Namo Bharat services from 6 am to 10 pm on Sunday due to UPSC exam
Namo Bharat trains operate on the RRTS corridor from Sahibabad to Modi Nagar North in Ghaziabad. There are numerous educational institutions around the operating section of Namo Bharat, where many candidates frequently go for competitive examinations, it said.
Delhi Rapid Rail: New Ashok Nagar trial run soon; Date, timeline, tickets
The New Ashok Nagar station, one of the four stations in the Delhi section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transport System (RRTS) is almost complete. As per officials quoted by The Times of India, the tracklaying work has been completed and the station is undergoing final touches. This marks the completion of the first RRTS facility in the Delhi section.
In-house solar power generation saving 2,300 tons of CO2 across RRTS corridor: NCR transport body
The solar power plants are now operational at the Guldhar and Sahibabad RRTS stations, each having a peak power capacity of 729 kilowatts (kWp), as well as at the Duhai Depot and Duhai Depot station with capacities of 585 kWp and 108 kWp respectively, it said.
Good news for Rapid Rail users: Trial run for Anand Vihar and Ashok Nagar stations to start soon
The trial run of RRTS trains from Sahibabad to Anand Vihar and New Ashok Nagar is set to begin by year-end, marking a milestone in the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor development. Currently, only a 34-km stretch between Sahibabad and Modi Nagar North is operational. Puneet Vats, NCRTC's Chief Public Relations Officer, anticipates completion by June 2025. Stations like Sarai Kale Khan aim for seamless integration, ensuring convenient multi-modal transit.
Want a commercial space in Delhi-Meerut RRTS stations? NCRTC is asking for bids
The NCRTC has invited bids for leasing commercial space at three stations along the Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor to boost non-fare revenue. Funding from international banks supports the project, set to transform real estate markets in Ghaziabad, Meerut, and surrounding areas. By 2031, the stations are expected to cater to 100,000 passengers daily, enhancing investment prospects.
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NCRTC investigation finds lapses by operational staff
An NCRTC probe into a recent derailment on the regional rapid rail project found operational staff lapses. The incident occurred at Duhai depot in Uttar Pradesh, with the high-level committee attributing it to an operational lapse. The committee recommended penal action and refresher courses for staff. The project, aimed at reducing travel time between Delhi and Meerut to less than an hour, involves German rail operator Deutsche Bahn and Alstom.
RRTS: Sahibabad-Modi Nagar North section opened; PM Modi flags off Namo Bharat train
The entire stretch spans eight stations -- from Sahibabad to Modi Nagar North. The flagging-off the additional section was done by Modi remotely from Kolkata. The extension spans three stations - Murad Nagar, Modi Nagar South and Modi Nagar North.
Another Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail section till Modi Nagar opens today: Here are all details
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated a 17-kilometer extension of the Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut Rapid Rail Transit System, enhancing regional connectivity. The expansion adds three stations and extends Namo Bharat services, covering a total of 34 kilometers along the corridor. Designed for speeds of up to 180 kmph, the RRTS aims to reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to under sixty minutes.
Greater Noida and Noida West may get connected to RRTS, NCRTC proposes three routes: Report
The RRTS high-speed rail network in the Delhi-Meerut route may connect Greater Noida and Greater Noida West. Proposals for three potential routes are being considered. The RRTS is expected to start operations by the end of this year. The entire 82km Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is set to be operational before June 2025.
Delhi-Meerut RRTS to become operational this year: Report
The New Ashok Nagar station will provide connectivity for residents in the direction of Meerut. The Anand Vihar RRTS station will facilitate multi-modal integration between six modes of public transport, making it easier for commuters to switch between different transportation options.
NCRTC brings policy to rent out RRTS stations, trains for film shoots, events
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has introduced a policy allowing the rental of Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) trains and premises for film shootings, documentaries, and commercials. The move follows the inauguration of the RRTS, India's first, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October
SC gives Delhi Govt one week to release funds for Regional Rapid Transport System (RRTS)
The Supreme Court on Wednesday gave the Aam Aadmi party-led Delhi government seven days' time to transmit its share of funds for the Regional Rapid Transport System (RRTS) in the Panipat and Alwar corridors. A division bench headed by Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul made it clear that if the Delhi government fails to comply, the order passed by the bench last month ordering transfer of funds meant for advertising by the Delhi government to the RRTS projects will come into force.
Ensure complete compliance on fund allocation to RRTS, SC tells Delhi Govt
A division bench headed by justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul verbally remarked that "there can be no question of partial compliance". The observation was made after the bench was informed that the Delhi government, contrary to court direction, had only disbursed a portion of funds for the project.
SC seeks alternatives to rice farming; pulls up Delhi govt on RRTS fund delay
The Supreme Court has directed a Cabinet Secretary-led committee to address pollution in Delhi-NCR and admonished the AAP-led Delhi government for failing to provide funds for Regional Rapid Transport System (RRTS) projects in the Alwar, Meerut, and Panipat corridors. The division bench, comprising justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul and Sudhanshu Dhulia, ordered the transfer of advertising funds from the Delhi government to the RRTS projects.
Alstom debuts modern signalling system with launch of RRTS
rime Minister Narendra Modi had flagged off the first Namo Bharat train on a 17-km stretch of the Delhi-Meerut RRTS between Sahibabad and Duhai Depot on Friday. "The European Train Control System (ETCS) signalling system will not only facilitate inter-operability but will also allow to optimise the usage of existing infrastructure, thus reducing the waiting time for passengers," a statement from Alstom-India said.
Namo Bharat RRTS Train services to open for public on Saturday. Here's all you should know
The semi-high-speed 'Namo Bharat' train services on the 17-kilometer priority section of India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) rail corridor will be open to the public starting from Saturday morning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated this section and took a ride on the train. The trains will operate between 6 am and 11 pm with an initial frequency of every 15 minutes.
Rapid Rail: How RRTS can transform the way Indians travel between cities
The launch of Namo Bharat Rapid Rail priority sections marks a major milestone in India's public transportation sector. The journey to bring RapidX to fruition faced challenges in land acquisition and managing traffic. The launch of RapidX is expected to bring economic revolution and transform the skyline of the Ghaziabad-Meerut region.
Namo Bharat Rapid rail service starts: Fare, timings, route, speed etc
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) Corridor. This section includes five stations and is part of India's first semi-high-speed regional rail service, called Namo Bharat. The service will operate from 6 am to 11 pm, with trains initially running every 15 minutes. The fare for a one-way journey within the priority section is Rs 50, and tickets can be purchased through ticket vending machines or at ticket counters.
New RRTS trains to be known as 'Namo Bharat'
The Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) trains, set to be inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will be named 'Namo Bharat,' according to official sources. The first 17-km section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor is scheduled to open for passengers on October 21. The RRTS is a rail-based transit system that aims to provide high-speed trains for intercity commuting every 15 minutes. It is part of a larger initiative to improve regional connectivity in the country through the development of new transport infrastructure.
PM Modi to inaugurate 17 km RRTS Delhi-Meerut section on October 20
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 17 km priority section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor on October 20. The trains on this corridor are similar to metro trains but feature additional amenities such as luggage carriers and mini screens.
After overhead bridge construction, Delhi-Meerut RAPIDX now completes tunneling work, tracks to be laid soon
The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RAPIDX corridor project has achieved a major breakthrough with the completion of a 2km-long tunnel segment between Anand Vihar and Sahibabad. The entire tunnelling work for the 82-km long Delhi-Meerut Rapid rail corridor is now concluded, with work in Meerut already underway.
Delhi government to release Rs 415 crore for RRTS project
The apex court decision was needed after the state government initially expressed inability to disburse the required amount to complete the project. RAPIDX is a Rs 30,000 crore project jointly funded by multilateral institutions (60%), and by central and state governments.
Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail: SC directs Delhi govt to disclose ad expenditure
"If you have money for advertisements, why don't you have money for a project that will ensure smooth transport? Normally, courts don't question budget-ary policy, but if you say you don't have money we want to know where it went," a Bench led by Jus-tice Sanjay K Kaul said.
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