Starting next month, the Namo Bharat train is scheduled to extend its services to Meerut South Station. The extension will cover an additional 8 kilometers, enhancing connectivity to this region.
Safety Inspection:
A critical safety inspection is planned for the upcoming week. This step is crucial to ensure that the new track section meets all safety standards before commencing operations.
Longer Corridor Development:
This extension is a segment of a broader 34-kilometer corridor development that spans from Sahibabad to Modinagar North Station. This project is part of a larger effort to improve regional transport links.
Future Plans:
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is pushing forward with construction on additional sections of the corridor. The complete operation of the train from Delhi to Meerut across the entire corridor is projected to start next year.
Station Completion:
According to Puneet Vats, NCRTC’s Chief Public Relations Officer, the Meerut South Station (Partapur) is fully constructed and ready for the commencement of train services.
Key Takeaways:
- Namo Bharat train is expanding its route to include Meerut South, starting from next month.
- The safety inspection next week is pivotal for the start of operations on the new track.
- Full service on the corridor from Delhi to Meerut is expected to begin next year, marking a significant enhancement in regional rail connectivity.
