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Delhi to Meerut in Under 50 Minutes: 8 Fast Namo Bharat Trains from November 16
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What Happened?
The NCRTC will launch eight limited-stop Namo Bharat train services on November 16 to reduce travel time on the Delhi-Meerut corridor. The fast trains will operate during peak hours, stopping at five major stations.
Key points
- Eight additional Namo Bharat train services will start on November 16.
- The trains will operate during morning and evening peak hours.
- Travel from Anand Vihar to Ghaziabad will take just 8 minutes.
- The entire Delhi-Meerut corridor can be covered in less than 50 minutes.
- The corridor currently sees around 1.1 lakh passenger journeys daily.
Key insights
- Faster services may encourage more commuters to use public transport, potentially reducing traffic congestion.
- The initiative aligns with efforts to combat worsening air pollution in the region.
- Increased ridership could lead to further enhancements in public transport infrastructure.
Why it matters
The introduction of fast train services could significantly reduce commuting time for daily travelers between Delhi and Meerut.
Source
India Today
