Smart Lockers Debut on Delhi-Meerut RRTS

25 Jan 2025 CW Team

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has launched smart lockers at Sahibabad and Ghaziabad stations along the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridor, providing passengers with secure storage for luggage and e-commerce parcels. The initiative will be extended across all stations on the corridor in the future.

The RRTS, a high-speed rail project spanning 82 kilometers, connects Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut, offering faster and more convenient commutes. Currently, trains operate on a 55-kilometer stretch, covering two stations in Delhi, eight in Ghaziabad, and one in Meerut.

Locker Details and Pricing Smart lockers are available in various sizes—small, medium, large, and extra-large—to accommodate diverse passenger needs. Users can book lockers for durations ranging from one to six hours at an hourly cost of Rs 20 for small lockers, Rs 30 for medium lockers, and Rs 40 for large or extra-large lockers. Payments can be made conveniently through UPI.

Passengers can book lockers via the RRTS or DMRC Momentum apps. Upon booking, users receive a unique one-time access code to operate the locker. Security checks are mandatory for items stored.

Future Expansion NCRTC plans to roll out the facility across all operational stations, enhancing convenience for commuters and streamlining parcel deliveries.

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