India’s much-awaited Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) is set to be rolled out soon. This ambitious project will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. However, the exact date and time of its launch is not yet known. But it is expected to begin commercial operations later this month.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath inspects RRTS station
On Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reached the Rapidex Station, Sahibabad and inspected the station while assessing the preparations. The senior National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) officials also provided a video presentation to the Chief Minister, offering detailed information on all related aspects.
Routes of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) Priority Corridor:-
The priority section of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor is ready for operation. Presently, the 17 km long priority section stretches from Sahibabad to Duhai.
Stations on priority section of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor:-
The priority section will have five stations. These are – Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Guldhar, Duhai and Duhai Depot.
Significance of RAPIDX service:-
The people can travel faster between the national capital and Meerut with the beginning of regional rail service on the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridort. The RAPIDX service will provide a modern, sustainable, convenient, fast, safe and comfortable means of travel. After the completion of the entire corridor, the RRTS will reduce the travel time between Delhi and Meerut by 40 percent. The NCRTC has targeted to commission the entire Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor for public use by 2025.
Features of RAPIDX trainsets:-
The RAPIDX trains are one of the perfect examples of PM Modi’s vision of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atma Nirbhar Bharat’ initiatives. The RRTS trains will have an aerodynamic profile with long noses and plug-in doors to reduce air drag at higher speeds. The passengers will get panoramic views through its large window glasses.