Film shoots at RRTS stations, trains? NCRTC unveils policy to rent out these places for shoots, events

Jan 09, 2024 Girish Khurana

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation on Saturday unveiled a new policy allowing the rental of Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) trains and facilities to film movies, documentaries, and commercials

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It additionally stated that both its premises and those of the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) can also be leased for purposes other than film shoots

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The corporation said in a statement, “If Namo Bharat trains are required during the night hours (non-revenue hours) then booking of events can also be considered”

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The NCRTC acknowledged that these days with the rise of OTT platforms and the digital environment, public transport systems, especially metro rail systems, are being used as settings for shooting feature films, documentaries, and web series

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It added that the decision to welcome such activities presents a lucrative opportunity for filmmakers seeking dynamic and modern shooting locations

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The pricing and reservation charges for renting NCRTC premises, including per scheduled hour of occupancy for commercial purposes, are as follows:

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Rs 2 lakh for all stations along the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor

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Rs 3 lakh for Namo Bharat trains and stations

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Rs 2.5 lakh for depots

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