What is the Delhi-Meerut RRTS?
The Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System, popularly known as RapidX, is India's first regional rapid transit system currently being built. It is a semi-high-speed rail corridor connecting the National Capital Region (NCR) cities of Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut. The corridor will be 82.15 kilometers long, with 22 stations and two depots in Duhai and Modipuram. The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), a joint venture between the Government of India and the NCR state governments, is developing the Delhi-Meerut RRTS. The project is expected to be completed by 2025 and will cost ₹30274 crore (US$3.8 billion).All 22 Stations
Sarai Kale Khan, New Ashok Nagar, Anand Vihar, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Guldhar, Duhai, Murad Nagar, Modi Nagar South, Modi Nagar North, Meerut South, Partapur, Ritani, Shatabdi Nagar, Brahmapuri, Meerut Central, Bhaisali, Begum Pul, MES Colony, Daurli, Meerut North, and Modipuram are the stations on the Delhi-Meerut RRTS route.Ticket Fare
The passengers will pay between Rs 20 and Rs 50 for Standard Class from Sahibabad to Duhai Depot, according to the fare rates announced by NCRTC. Additionally, there is one premium class, with a range of Rs. 40 to Rs. 100.Key Features
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Speed
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Frequency
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Capacity
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Safety
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Comfort
Multi-modal integration
The Delhi-Meerut RRTS stations would be linked to other modes of transportation, including the Delhi Metro, buses, and taxis. Commuters could easily transition between modes of transportation and complete their journey.Corridors Under Development
The project will create eight corridors, three of which are now under construction: the 82-kilometer Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut, the 164-kilometer Delhi-Gurugram-SNB-Alwar, and the 103-kilometer Delhi-Panipat corridors. Future routes include Delhi-Faridabad-Ballabgarh-Palwal; Ghaziabad-Khurja; Delhi-Bahadurgarh-Rohtak; Ghaziabad-Hapur; and Delhi-Shahadra-Baraut.Benefits
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Reduced travel time
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Reduced traffic congestion
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Economic development
