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India Today
11 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
Namo Bharat trains achieve 160 kph operational speed during successful rial-run
NCRTC has successfully conducted a full-length timetable trial run of Namo Bharat trains between Sarai Kale Khan and Modipuram, completing the journey in under an hour. Meerut Metro trains were also running simultaneously with Namo Bharat trains during the trials and the systems performed perfectly. This marks a significant operational milestone in the implementation of India's first Namo Bharat corridor, connecting Delhi, Ghaziabad, and the trial, Namo Bharat trains ran seamlessly at the maximum operational speed of 160 kmph across the entire 82-km stretch. The trains made stops at every station from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram and covered the entire distance in less than one hour, adhering to the planned schedule targeted by NCRTC. The advanced ETCS Level 3 Hybrid signalling system over LTE backbone deployed on the corridor, a global first, performed flawlessly, along with the Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) installed at every station. This successful run underscores system readiness and represents a firm step forward towards full-scale present, 55 km of the corridor with 11 stations is already operational for commuters. Trial runs, along with final finishing works, are progressing rapidly on the remaining sections i.e. 4.5 km between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar in Delhi, and about 23 km between Meerut South and Modipuram in Meerut. advertisementThis milestone signifies a crucial advancement toward the full commissioning of the entire runs of the Meerut Metro are also underway on the stretch between Meerut South and Modipuram Depot. This is the first time in the country that local metro services will be provided on the same infrastructure as the Namo Bharat trains. The 23-km Meerut Metro stretch, comprising 13 stations, includes 18 km of elevated and 5 km of underground sections.
Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
NCRTC conducts full-length trial of RRTS train from Delhi to Meerut
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) on Sunday successfully conducted a full-length timetable trial of the Namo Bharat train service between Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi and Modipuram in Meerut, completing the 82-kilometre journey in under an hour. The trains achieved a maximum operational speed of 160 kmph. (HT Photo) According to officials, the trains achieved a maximum operational speed of 160 kmph, stopping at every station on the corridor while maintaining schedule adherence. 'This marks a significant operational milestone in the implementation of India's first Namo Bharat corridor, connecting Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut,' NCRTC said in a statement. During Sunday's trial, Meerut Metro trains also ran simultaneously on the same infrastructure, and all systems 'performed as per expectations', NCRTC said. Officials said this is the first time in the country that local metro services are being operated on shared infrastructure with high-speed trains. NCRTC officials highlighted that travel times, which earlier took hours, have now been reduced to minutes. 'People can now work in cities like Delhi, Ghaziabad, Muradnagar, and Modinagar while continuing to live in their hometowns, closer to their families,' an official said. The hybrid signalling system and Platform Screen Doors (PSDs), installed at every station, were also tested and 'performed flawlessly', NCRTC added. At present, 11 stations are operational on the 55-km stretch from New Ashok Nagar to Meerut South. Trial runs and finishing works are ongoing on the remaining 4.5 km in Delhi and 23 km in Meerut, the latter housing the 13-station Meerut Metro segment, which includes 18 km elevated and 5 km underground. [SOME DETAILS ABOUT FULL OPERATIONS OR WHEN PUBLIC SERVICE WILL BEGIN ON THE FULL CORRIDOR, IF AVAILABLE]
Indian Express
11 hours ago
- General
- Indian Express
For crowd control, steel railings installed at Delhi Metro's interchange stations
Now, commuters will soon encounter steel railings on all interchange stations of the Delhi Metro. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is installing steel railings on platforms at all 29 existing interchange stations to improve crowd management, enhance commuter safety, and reduce the chances of service disruptions due to falling objects on tracks. These interchange stations, which allow passengers to switch lines without exiting the Metro network, experience some of the highest footfall across the system. The railings are being placed on both up and down platforms to guide commuters behind the safety line and manage queues during boarding and deboarding. So far, 26 out of 29 interchange stations developed under Phases I, II, and III of the Delhi Metro have been fitted with these barriers. The remaining work is in progress, and similar installations are also planned for future interchange points coming up in Phase IV. According to a DMRC official, the barriers also help prevent accidents and discourage commuters from moving too close to the platform edge. 'They're part of our ongoing efforts to improve the overall safety experience at metro stations,' said an official. Since these stations are operational throughout the day, the installation work can only be carried out during a limited night window of around three hours after the Metro service ends. Officials said the installation area is cleaned up before the first train starts the next morning. DMRC said the steel barriers are being installed alongside other safety features like Platform Screen Doors (PSDs), which are being implemented on select lines. These initiatives, it said, are part of a broader plan to make stations safer and more efficient.
Indian Express
18 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Namo Bharat trains zip across 82-km Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor in trial run
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has completed a successful timetable trial run of Namo Bharat trains across the entire 82-kilometre Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor. During the trial run, the trains covered the distance from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram in under an hour. According to NCRTC, the trains maintained the maximum operational speed of 160 kmph and stopped at every station. Officials said the trial adhered to the planned schedule and demonstrated system readiness for full-scale operations. It said all systems, including the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 3 Hybrid signalling deployed over an LTE backbone, and Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) at all stations, functioned without any issues. 'This marks an operational milestone for India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS),' an NCRTC spokesperson said. 'With this successful trial, the corridor is moving closer to full commissioning.' The 23-km Meerut Metro section, which includes 13 stations, is being built on the same infrastructure as Namo Bharat trains. During the trial run, Meerut Metro trains also operated on the same tracks. Officials said this is the first instance in the country where a local metro is operating on the same infrastructure as a regional rapid system. The section includes 18 km of elevated and 5 km of underground alignments. At present, 55 km of the RRTS corridor — with 11 operational stations — is open to the public. Trial runs and final civil and systems works are progressing on the remaining 4.5 km stretch in Delhi (between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar), and the final 23 km in Meerut (between Meerut South and Modipuram). The Namo Bharat corridor, developed at a cost of over Rs 30,000 crore, is the first of several RRTS lines planned to connect parts of the National Capital Region. Once fully operational, the system is expected to reduce travel time and ease congestion between Delhi and nearby urban centres.
