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India's Transport Revolution: RRTS-Style Systems Coming to Major Cities

India is set to expand RRTS-style transport systems to other major cities beyond Delhi. The government plans to deploy 10,000 electric buses across smaller cities to boost sustainable mobility. Delhi Metro will take on a larger role as the nodal agency for national transit projects. These initiatives aim to address last-mile connectivity while transforming urban transportation nationwide.

Key Points: RRTS-Style Transport Systems Planned for Major Indian Cities

  • India's metro network spans 1,100 km, ranking third globally and growing
  • 10,000 electric buses to be deployed across smaller cities nationwide
  • Delhi Metro subsidiaries to coordinate national transit planning and projects
  • Last-mile connectivity identified as critical challenge for metro ridership improvement
  • Transit Oriented Development transforming urban mobility experiences
  • Integrated planning emphasized for sustainable city development
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Transport systems similar to RRTS to be developed in other major cities: Manohar Lal

Union Minister announces RRTS expansion to major cities, 10,000 e-buses deployment, and Delhi Metro's enhanced role in national transit projects.

"Mobility is not merely a mode of transport but a driver of socio-economic growth - Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs"

New Delhi, Nov 7

Union Minister Manohar Lal on Friday said that transport systems similar to the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) will be developed in other major cities apart from Delhi.

Addressing the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2025 in Gurugram, the minister underlined that last-mile connectivity remains a critical challenge to improving metro ridership and assured that the Ministry will work closely with states to implement effective measures in this regard.

The minister highlighted that with nearly 1,100 km of operational metro network, India has become the third-largest metro network in the world, soon to attain the second position.

Referring to the PM e-Bus Sewa, the minister announced the deployment of 10,000 electric buses across smaller cities, with 100 e-buses earmarked for Gurugram.

Manohar Lal said that Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), through its subsidiary -- Delhi Metro International Limited (DMIL) -- will act as the nodal agency on behalf of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) for executing consultancy, construction, turnkey projects, management services, and operation and maintenance-related projects in India and abroad.

He also informed that it has also been decided that DMRC, through another of its subsidiaries, will act as the nodal organization to support MoHUA in the planning, coordination, and management of Mass Rapid Transit Systems (MRTS) across the country.

Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, stated that mobility is not merely a mode of transport but a driver of socio-economic growth.

He emphasised that initiatives such as Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) are transforming urban mobility and enhancing commuter experience across India.

At the event, Srinivas Katikithala, Secretary, MoHUA, stressed the importance of integrated urban development and mobility planning to enhance the liveability and sustainability of Indian cities.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Great initiative but I hope they focus on last-mile connectivity from day one. Delhi Metro is excellent but getting to/from stations is still a headache. The electric buses announcement is promising!
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Arjun K
Third largest metro network in the world! That's an achievement we should be proud of as Indians 🇮🇳. The expansion plans show our commitment to modern infrastructure.
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Sarah B
While the announcements sound good, I hope the execution matches the promises. We've seen many infrastructure projects get delayed or go over budget. Proper planning and timely implementation are key.
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Michael C
The focus on electric buses and sustainable transport is commendable. This will help reduce pollution in our cities. Hope they expand this to more cities soon!
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Kavya N
As someone who travels daily by metro, I appreciate the National Common Mobility Card initiative. One card for all transport systems will make commuting so much easier! 👍

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