5 Key Takeaways
- Delhi-NCR will see the inauguration of the 82-km Namo Bharat RRTS corridor and the 12.3-km Pink Line Metro extension around PM Modi's birthday on September 17, 2025.
- The Namo Bharat RRTS will connect Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut, reducing travel time from Sarai Kale Khan (Delhi) to Modipuram (Meerut) to just 58 minutes.
- Once fully operational, the RRTS will increase train frequency to every 10 minutes, enhancing convenience for daily commuters.
- The Pink Line extension (Majlis Park-Maujpur corridor) will complete the Metro's ring, feature Delhi's first double-decker viaduct, and include eight new elevated stations.
- These projects are part of Delhi Metro's Phase IV expansion, with 112 km of new lines under construction to further improve connectivity across the NCR.
Delhi-NCR Set for a Big Travel Upgrade: Namo Bharat RRTS and Pink Line Metro Extension to Open This September
If you live in Delhi or the surrounding NCR region, get ready for some exciting news! This September, just around Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday on September 17, two major public transport projects are set to open, making travel faster and easier for lakhs of people every day.
What’s New?
First up is the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS). This is a high-speed train corridor stretching 82 kilometers, connecting Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut. It’s designed to make travel between these cities much quicker. Right now, a 55-kilometer stretch from New Ashok Nagar (Delhi) to Meerut South is already running, with trains every 15 minutes. The rest of the line is ready and has passed all trial runs. Once the full corridor opens, trains will run every 10 minutes, and you’ll be able to travel from Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi to Modipuram in Meerut in just 58 minutes! That’s a huge time saver compared to current options.
The final station, Modipuram, is right inside Meerut city, making it much more convenient than the current last stop at the city’s edge. In Delhi, the Sarai Kale Khan station will become a major hub, connecting the RRTS, the Pink Line Metro, Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station, and city buses—all in one place.
Metro Expansion: Pink Line Gets Bigger
The second big project is the extension of the Delhi Metro’s Pink Line. The new 12.3-kilometer stretch from Majlis Park to Maujpur will complete the Pink Line’s ring around the city, making it the longest metro line in Delhi at over 59 kilometers. This new section has eight stations, including Burari, Jharoda Majra, Jagatpur Village, Soorghat, Sonia Vihar, Khajuri Khas, Bhajanpura, and Yamuna Vihar—all above ground.
There are some cool engineering highlights too! The new double-decker viaduct between Bhajanpura and Yamuna Vihar will have the metro running above and vehicles below. Plus, the Pink Line will cross the Yamuna River for the fifth time, thanks to a brand-new bridge.
What Does This Mean for You?
Both these projects are part of a bigger plan to improve public transport in Delhi-NCR. With more metro lines and faster trains, getting around will be smoother, quicker, and more comfortable. Whether you’re commuting for work, studies, or fun, these new routes will save you time and make your daily travel a lot less stressful.
So, get ready to hop on board—Delhi-NCR’s public transport is about to get a major upgrade this September!
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