The residents of Meerut will soon enjoy the convenience of the fastest metro service in India, expected to start operations by June next year. The Meerut Metro will operate at a maximum speed of 120 km/h, making it faster than the Delhi Metro, which operates at 90 km/h. Alongside the Namo Bharat Train, the Meerut Metro is set to revolutionize transportation in the city.

Key Highlights of Meerut Metro

Maximum Speed: 120 km/h
Distance Covered: 23 km in just 30 minutes
Passenger Capacity: 100 passengers per coach; 173 passengers seated
Total Stations: 13 stations between Meerut South Station and Modipuram

Shared Corridor with Namo Bharat

The Meerut Metro will run on the same RRTS Corridor as the Namo Bharat Train, optimizing infrastructure costs by sharing components like OHE, viaducts, tracks, and signaling systems. The dual operation on a single corridor will offer significant savings in construction costs.

Metro Features and Passenger Comfort

Mobile Charging: Every seat will have mobile charging points.
Luggage Racks: Passengers can safely store their belongings with dedicated luggage racks.
CCTV Cameras: Enhanced security with onboard cameras.
Dynamic Route Maps: Real-time updates for passenger convenience.
Medical Facilities: Provisions for medical stretchers and wheelchair spaces.
Reserved Seating: Special seats for women and elderly passengers.

Interconnectivity Between Namo Bharat and Metro

Passengers can easily transfer between Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat trains at stations such as:

Meerut South
Shatabdi Nagar
Begumpul
Modipuram

Stations on the Meerut Metro Route

The metro will operate between the Meerut South Station and Modipuram Depot with stops at the following stations:

Meerut South
Partapur
Rithani (Metro)
Shatabdi Nagar
Brahmpuri (Metro)
Meerut Central (Underground Metro)
Bhainsali (Underground Metro)
Begumpul (Underground RRTS)
MES Colony
Daurli
Meerut North
Modipuram
Modipuram Depot

Unique Features and Safety Enhancements

Push Button Doors: Passengers can open selective doors to reduce power consumption.
Platform Screen Doors: To ensure safety, all 13 stations will have platform screen doors, helping in crowd management.
Women Safety: Special reserved seats for women, though separate coaches won’t be provided.

Economic and Environmental Benefits

The Meerut Metro is part of the Make in India initiative, with 100% of the train sets being manufactured in India. The metro is expected to boost the local economy by improving connectivity and reducing travel time. Additionally, shared infrastructure with the Namo Bharat Train will reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable urban transport.

The Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat Train are set to offer a faster, safer, and more modern mode of transport for the residents of Meerut, with the ability to transform the city’s public transport system.