Sun Jan 05 15:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail Corridor Inaugurated: 40-Minute Commute Now a Reality
**Meerut, India** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail Corridor, significantly reducing travel time between the two cities. The “Namo Bharat” train, as it’s also known, now connects New Ashok Nagar in Delhi to Meerut, covering the distance in just 40 minutes. Previously, the service ran only between Sahibabad and Meerut South. The extension, encompassing a 13-kilometer stretch from New Ashok Nagar to Sahibabad, has been completed after significant construction.
The new line offers passengers several amenities, including fully air-conditioned coaches with comfortable 2×2 transverse seating and ample standing room. Other features include luggage racks, CCTV cameras for security, and charging points for laptops and mobile phones. The exact fare details have not been specified in the provided text. This rapid rail project is a key initiative in the Indian government’s plan to improve nationwide connectivity.
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