On October 21, 2024, New Delhi celebrated Namo Bharat Diwas, marking the first anniversary of Namo Bharat train operations. The event was organized by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) and attended by key dignitaries, including Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, and Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Tokhan Sahu. The Namo Bharat trains, part of India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), have set a new benchmark in urban transportation.
Highlights of Namo Bharat Diwas Event
Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, the chief guest, praised India’s achievements in urban transport, stating that India is currently the third largest metro network globally and aims to surpass the United States to become the second-largest, behind China. Excellence awards were presented to NCRTC employees who contributed significantly to the success of the Namo Bharat initiative.
About the Namo Bharat Trains
The Namo Bharat trains are India’s first high-speed Regional Rapid Transit System, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 20, 2023. The initial operational stretch covers 17 kilometers, connecting Sahibabad to Duhai Depot. The NCRTC is the implementing body responsible for developing and managing the RRTS, which aims to improve connectivity between the National Capital Region (NCR) cities.
Current RRTS Corridor and Future Expansion
The Namo Bharat RRTS currently operates a 42-kilometer stretch with nine stations, including Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, and Meerut South. The system has served over 4 million passengers in its first year, showcasing its popularity. With an average speed of 80 km/h (and a maximum of 160 km/h), these trains reduce commute times compared to traditional metro services. The highest passenger footfall was recorded at the Ghaziabad RRTS Station.
The RRTS is set to expand to 54 kilometers, connecting more critical stations like Anand Vihar and New Ashok Nagar. By June 2025, the entire 82-kilometer corridor will be completed, allowing passengers to travel from Delhi to Meerut in under an hour. This development aims to improve regional connectivity and offer a faster commuting solution across the NCR.
Key Details of Namo Bharat Trains
| Aspect | Details |
| Project Name | Namo Bharat (RRTS) |
| Initial Operational Stretch | 17 km (Sahibabad to Duhai Depot) |
| Inauguration Date | October 20, 2023 |
| Total Operational Corridor | 42 km (Nine Stations, including Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Meerut South) |
| Maximum Speed | 160 km/h |
| Expansion Plan | 82 km Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor (to be completed by June 2025) |
| Implementing Authority | National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) |
| Key Guests at Namo Bharat Diwas | Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, Shri Tokhan Sahu |
Namo Bharat Diwas Summary
- Namo Bharat Diwas Celebrated: Marked one year of Namo Bharat train operations on October 21, 2024.
- Chief Guests: Attended by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Minister of State Tokhan Sahu.
- Achievements Highlighted: India aims to become the second-largest metro network globally.
- Inauguration and Route: Initial 17-km stretch inaugurated on October 20, 2023, by PM Modi.
Expansion Plans: Full 82-km corridor to connect Delhi and Meerut by June 2025.
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Namo Bharat Diwas celebrates the anniversary of India’s first RRTS, marking one year of Namo Bharat train operations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat trains on October 20, 2023, marking the beginning of India’s RRTS.
The total length of the Namo Bharat corridor will be 82 kilometers, connecting Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut.
The trains can reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h, with an average operational speed of 80 km/h.
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is responsible for the development and management of the RRTS.
The RRTS will expand to a full 82-kilometer corridor, connecting major NCR cities and reducing travel time between Delhi and Meerut to under an hour by 2025.
The project aims to enhance regional connectivity, reduce travel time, and provide a faster and more efficient transport solution for commuters in the National Capital Region.