Prime Minister to launch priority section of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate a groundbreaking chapter in India’s transportation history as he unveils the priority section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Corridor. The inaugural ceremony will take place at Sahibabad RapidX Station in Uttar Pradesh on October 20, 2023.
During this momentous occasion, the Prime Minister will also ceremoniously flag off the RapidX train, connecting Sahibabad to Duhai Depot, symbolising the official launch of India’s first-ever RRTS. Following this, at around 12 Noon, Modi will address a public gathering in Sahibabad, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s transportation infrastructure.
The 17-kilometer priority section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS Corridor, set for inauguration, will seamlessly link Sahibabad to ‘Duhai Depot,’ featuring stations at Ghaziabad, Guldhar, and Duhai. Notably, the foundation stone for this transformative corridor was laid by the Prime Minister on March 8, 2019.
Aligned with PM’s vision to elevate regional connectivity in India through the development of world-class transportation infrastructure, the RRTS project is shaping up as a beacon of innovation. RRTS is poised to redefine rail-based, semi-high-speed, high-frequency commuter transit systems. Boasting a design speed of 180 kilometers per hour, this initiative is designed to offer high-speed intercity commuting at intervals as short as 15 minutes, with the flexibility to increase the frequency to every 5 minutes, as needed.
The National Capital Region will witness the development of eight RRTS corridors, of which three have been accorded priority status for implementation in Phase I. These corridors include the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Corridor, Delhi-Gurugram-SNB-Alwar Corridor, and Delhi-Panipat Corridor. The Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS, with an estimated investment exceeding Rs 30,000 crore, will render the journey from Delhi to Meerut less than an hour, passing through urban hubs like Ghaziabad, Muradnagar, and Modinagar.
This trailblazing RRTS initiative is on par with the best global standards, offering safe, dependable, and contemporary intercity commuting solutions. As part of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, the RRTS network is designed for extensive multi-modal integration, ensuring seamless connectivity with railway stations, metro stations, bus services, and more. This visionary approach to regional mobility is poised to invigorate economic activities, enhance access to employment, education, and healthcare opportunities, while also significantly mitigating vehicular congestion and reducing air pollution.
In a dual celebration of India’s transportation strides, Prime Minister Modi will also formally dedicate two stretches of the Bengaluru Metro’s east-west corridor. These stretches, connecting Baiyappanahalli to Krishnarajapura and Kengeri to Challaghatta, commenced public service from October 9, 2023, providing commuters with much-needed convenience ahead of their formal inauguration.
