Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) on February 22, 2026, dedicating the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor to the nation. The launch took place at Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station in Meerut, where he also flagged off the Meerut Metro services.
Key Highlights
- Corridor Length: 82 km, connecting Delhi to Meerut.
- Stations: 16 stations including Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.
- Speed: Designed for 180 km/h, making it India’s fastest metro and RRTS.
- Travel Time: Reduces Delhi–Meerut journey to less than 1 hour.
- Cost: Developed at an estimated ₹30,000 crore.
- Development Boost: PM Modi also inaugurated projects worth ₹12,930 crore in Meerut.
Significance
- Urban Connectivity: Seamless travel between Delhi NCR and Meerut, easing congestion and improving daily commutes.
- Economic Impact: Expected to boost trade, education, and employment opportunities in the region.
- Sustainability: Promotes eco-friendly, high-speed public transport, reducing reliance on private vehicles.
- Symbol of Modernization: Marks a new era of world-class infrastructure in India, aligning with the vision of a “Developed Bharat.”
