First Meerut Metro Train Arrives

04 Mar 2024 CW Team

The first trainset for the Meerut Metro project has arrived at the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) depot in Duhai. This significant development marks a milestone in the progress of the Meerut Metro, a key infrastructure project aimed at enhancing connectivity and transportation in the region.

The arrival of the inaugural trainset signals the commencement of the operational phase for the Meerut Metro project. The NCRTC depot in Duhai will play a crucial role in housing and maintaining the metro trainsets, ensuring their readiness for service when the metro network becomes operational.

The Meerut Metro project, part of the larger regional transit plan, is poised to transform commuting for residents of Meerut and nearby areas. The introduction of modern metro rail services is expected to contribute to the efficient and sustainable mobility of passengers while addressing the growing transportation needs of the region.

As the first trainset arrives at the NCRTC depot, the Meerut Metro project advances toward its operational phase, bringing the vision of an integrated and well-connected public transportation system closer to reality. The development underscores the commitment to timely execution and progress in expanding metro networks to benefit commuters and promote urban development in the National Capital Region.

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