Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Lauds Namo Bharat Rapid Rail as Transformative Infrastructure Milestone
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inaugurating the complete 82-kilometer Namo Bharat rapid rail corridor connecting Delhi to Meerut, describing it as an "invaluable gift" that will fundamentally transform the national capital's pace and development trajectory.
Historic Inauguration of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the entire Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor to the nation, marking the inauguration of the two remaining sections of India's pioneering Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS). The newly opened stretches include:
- The 5-kilometer section between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar in Delhi
- The 21-kilometer section between Meerut South and Modipuram in Uttar Pradesh
This completion represents a historic milestone in India's infrastructure advancement, creating a seamless rapid transit connection between the national capital and Meerut.
Addressing Delhi's Growing Commuting Challenges
Chief Minister Gupta emphasized that the Namo Bharat corridor arrives at a critical juncture for Delhi, which faces mounting population pressure and significant commuting challenges. The project will make a substantial contribution to the city's overall development by providing fast, reliable connectivity to hundreds of thousands of passengers daily.
"The corridor will help passengers save both time and valuable resources," Gupta stated in an official statement. "This marks a transformative moment not just for Delhi but for the entire surrounding region."
Multiple Benefits: From Traffic Reduction to Economic Stimulus
The Namo Bharat rapid rail system is expected to deliver comprehensive benefits across multiple dimensions:
- Traffic Decongestion: By reducing the number of private vehicles on roads, the corridor will significantly ease traffic congestion in the Delhi-NCR region
- Environmental Impact: The reduction in private vehicle usage will correspondingly decrease carbon emissions, creating a positive environmental footprint
- Economic Stimulation: Gupta highlighted that the project will stimulate economic activity throughout the Delhi-NCR region, strengthen employment opportunities, and accelerate balanced regional development
- Time Efficiency: Passengers will experience dramatically reduced travel times between Delhi and Meerut
A Foundational Step for Future Generations
Describing the Namo Bharat corridor as a key example of India's infrastructure advancement, Chief Minister Gupta emphasized that this initiative represents more than just a transportation project. "It will serve as a transformative foundational step for generations to come," she declared.
Expressing deep gratitude on behalf of Delhi's residents, Gupta reiterated that the rapid rail system stands as an invaluable gift to the people of the city—one that will reshape commuting patterns, enhance quality of life, and propel sustainable development in the National Capital Region for decades ahead.
