On February 22, 2026, the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), financed by the New Development Bank (NDB), was officially launched in India. The complete 82-kilometer corridor connects Delhi with Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, offering a fast, efficient, and sustainable alternative to road travel.
The service was inaugurated by H.E. Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station. Speaking at the event, Prime Minister Modi said, “Today a new revolution is gaining energy for a developed Uttar Pradesh and a developed India. This is a splendid glimpse of what the connectivity of a Viksit Bharat will be like.”
With a top speed of 180 km/hour, the RRTS cuts travel time between Delhi and Meerut to just 55 minutes, compared to 3-4 hours by road during peak hours. Serving millions daily meets the growing demand for sustainable transport in the National Capital Region (NCR).
The project features 68 km of elevated track and 14 km of underground track, including 21 km of local transit within Meerut City. It improves access to jobs, education, and services, promoting social inclusion and supporting India’s climate goals.
NDB’s investment reflects its commitment to sustainable development and enhancing quality of life across its member countries.
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