
Uttarakhand plans Namo Bharat train link from Meerut to Rishikesh
Uttarakhand is set to improve its connectivity with a proposed Namo Bharat train service, which will link Meerut to Rishikesh.
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Uttarakhand is set to improve its connectivity with a proposed Namo Bharat train service, which will link Meerut to Rishikesh.

The Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor will introduce eight additional train trips during peak hours to accommodate increased passenger demand.

Delhi Metro services for Holi 2026 will commence at 2:30 PM. Timings for Namo Bharat and Meerut Metro should also be checked.

The Namo Bharat RRTS recorded over 1 lakh riders on its first full day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the complete 82-km Delhi-Meerut corridor and the new Meerut Metro link, marking its highest-ever ridership.

Meerut has launched India's fastest local metro, operating at 120 kmph, and the Namo Bharat RRTS, the country's first Regional Rapid Transit System with a design speed of 180 kmph.

Namo Bharat, India’s first regional rapid transit system, will connect Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut to Delhi at a design speed of 180 km/h

Prime Minister Modi has dedicated the entire 82 km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, designed for high-speed, high-frequency connectivity, and India's fastest Metro. This infrastructure project aims to significantly reduce travel time between Delhi and Meerut to 55 minutes.

Nearly 14 km of the project lies in Delhi and around 68 km in Uttar Pradesh, the estimated cost stands at ₹30,274 crore
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train, flagging off India's first Regional Rapid Transit System. He will also ride the train and dedicate development projects worth Rs 12,930 crore. This integrated system connects Delhi with Meerut, promising faster intercity travel and transforming regional transit.
New 'Namo Cities' are being planned across India's National Capital Region (NCR), designed as future-ready urban hubs centered around high-speed Namo Bharat transit stations. These transit-oriented developments aim to integrate homes, offices, and leisure spaces to manage the region's rapid growth.

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has set up the largest electric vehicle charging station for the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor in Anand Vihar. This development supports the region's green transportation initiatives.
The newly launched Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat RRTS corridor saw massive footfall on its first full day, exceeding one lakh riders. However, scenes of littering and gutkha stains at stations have raised concerns about commuter responsibility. This highlights the need for stricter enforcement of cleanliness norms to preserve the world-class infrastructure.

The NCRTC has announced fresh parking fees at its stations following the full opening of the 82-km Namo Bharat corridor.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train from Shatabdi Nagar station in Meerut, boosting high-speed connectivity between Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh.

The new Sarai Kale Khan-Modipuram Namo Bharat train service is set to commence operations today, with details on fares, stops, timings, and parking spaces available.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has flagged off the Namo Bharat RRTS and Meerut Metro project, developed at an estimated cost of ₹30,274 crore. The project aims to enhance regional connectivity and urban transportation.

The prime minister is slated to inaugurate the remaining sections of the 82-km Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor.
Meerut is set to launch India's fastest metro, boasting a maximum operational speed of 120 kmph. This 21-kilometer corridor will connect Meerut South to Modipuram with 12 stations, cutting travel time significantly. Notably, it will share tracks with semi-high-speed Namo Bharat trains, creating an integrated transport model.
A TRAI assessment highlights poor mobile network performance in India's Delhi-NCR Metro and Namo Bharat corridors, causing call drops, frozen payments, and buffering screens for commuters despite infrastructure advancements.

The Haryana Cabinet has given its approval for the Delhi-Panipat-Karnal Namo Bharat RRTS Corridor project, marking a significant step in regional infrastructure development.
Haryana has greenlit a 64 km Namo Bharat RRTS corridor linking Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, and Greater Noida. This 52 km Haryana stretch aims to boost regional connectivity, offering fast, safe, and modern travel. The project integrates with existing metro networks and promises direct airport connectivity, easing NCR commutes and strengthening economic ties.

The Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) in Meerut recorded over 100,000 riders on its first full day of operations, marking its highest-ever ridership.

Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and the Meerut Metro, asserting that the world, which once hesitated to deal with past Indian governments, now has faith in India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a metro ride and interacted with students after flagging off the Namo Bharat Rapid Rail corridor.

PM Modi will inaugurate the NaMo Bharat train service and Meerut Metro today, aiming to boost connectivity. Check his itinerary and other details here.

The Namo Bharat train will connect major urban centres including Sahibadad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar and Meerut with Delhi.