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Haryana's Chief Minister has conducted a critical review of the Namo Bharat corridor projects, which promise to revolutionize transportation in the National Capital Region. The ambitious infrastructure initiative will connect major urban and semi-urban areas with high-speed trains capable of traveling at 180 km per hour. These corridors are expected to dramatically reduce travel times, with journeys like Ghaziabad to Gurugram shrinking from 100 to just 37 minutes. The project represents a significant leap forward in regional connectivity and economic development for Haryana and the surrounding NCR regions.

Key Points: Namo Bharat Corridors Set to Transform NCR Transport Network

  • Namo Bharat corridors to connect major NCR regions with high-speed transit
  • Projects aim to reduce traffic congestion and boost economic development
  • Three initial corridors to transform regional transportation
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Haryana CM reviews progress of 8 Namo Bharat corridor projects in NCR

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini reviews 8 Regional Rapid Transit System projects to enhance connectivity and reduce travel times across NCR

"The Namo Bharat train ensures high speed connectivity, covering 90 km distance in about one hour - CM Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, May 6

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on Tuesday, reviewed the progress of eight Namo Bharat corridor projects in the National Capital Region (NCR) under which three corridors are currently under implementation in first phase, officials said.

These are Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut (82 km), Delhi-Gurugram-Shahjahanpur-Neemrana-Behror (SNB) (105 km) and Delhi-Panipat-Karnal (136 km) routes.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasised the transformative potential of the Namo Bharat corridors (Regional Rapid Transit System) in easing traffic congestion, boosting regional connectivity, and enhancing economic development across urban and semi-urban areas of the state.

He instructed officials to expedite approvals for the Delhi-SNB and Delhi-Karnal projects to ensure their timely completion.

During the meeting, a detailed presentation was made by National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) Managing Director Shalabh Goel on detailed project reports, highlighting the features of the two Namo Bharat corridors.

The meeting was told that the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor has achieved significant milestones, with successful operations on a 55-km section and positive public response.

Chief Minister Saini suggested the design of the Namo Bharat corridors should be future-ready and efficient integration with metro systems should be ensured for enhancing the utility of the system.

The Chief Minister reviewed the alignment, stations and land requirements related to the Delhi-Gurugram-SNB and Delhi-Panipat-Karnal corridors.

He instructed departments to provide necessary support to NCRTC to ensure early start of projects.

He also reviewed the alignment of the proposed Gurugram-Faridabad-Noida Namo Bharat corridor and directed officials to provide necessary approval and support to NCRTC for preparation of the detailed project report.

The Namo Bharat train ensures high speed connectivity, covering 90 km distance in about one hour.

It will reduce the travel time between Ghaziabad and Gurugram from 100 minutes by road to just 37 minutes.

It will also provide fast and direct access to the Delhi airport from Haryana.

The Namo Bharat train has a maximum design speed of 180 km per hour with an inter-station distance of 5 to 10 km and train frequency of every 5 to 10 minutes.

It will also have platform screen doors and automatic fare collection system.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Finally some good infrastructure development! The Delhi-Gurugram route will be a game changer for daily commuters like me. Spending 3 hours daily in traffic is exhausting. Hope they complete it before schedule like the Meerut corridor 🙏
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Priya M.
While the project is impressive, I hope they consider proper last-mile connectivity. What's the use of reaching Gurugram in 37 minutes if I have to wait another 30 mins for an auto? Metro integration must be seamless.
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Amit S.
The Karnal corridor will boost real estate in the entire region. Smart move to connect smaller cities with Delhi. But please ensure proper maintenance - we don't want another system that deteriorates in 5 years. Quality over speed!
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Neha T.
As someone who travels to Meerut weekly, the existing Namo Bharat service has been a blessing! Clean, punctual and affordable. Hope they maintain same standards for all corridors. The airport connectivity is much needed too ✈️
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Vikram J.
Good initiative but the ticket pricing should be reasonable. Many similar projects become too expensive for common people. Public transport should remain accessible to all income groups - that's the real test of success.
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Sunita R.
The environmental impact should also be considered. Rapid urbanization is good but not at the cost of green cover. Hope they plant 10 trees for every one cut during construction. Development and ecology must go hand in hand.

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