Efkon India

Namo Bharat

The Namo Bharat, representing India’s first regional high-speed rail venture, stands as the flagship project of this initiative. Namo Bharat is designed to link Delhi, Ghaziabad, and Meerut, offering commuters fast, reliable, and comfortable transit options. Spearheaded by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), this initiative aims to drastically reduce travel times and improve transportation efficiency throughout the region.

The NCR faced critical connectivity challenges, particularly between Delhi and surrounding cities like Meerut. The existing transportation infrastructure was insufficient to meet the growing demand, leading to long travel times, severe congestion, and compromised safety and comfort for passengers. Addressing these issues required a high-speed, efficient, and reliable transit system to support regional development and ease commuter strain.

EFKON STRABAG is proud to have played a crucial role in this prestigious initiative, involving the design, detailed engineering, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of Environmental Control Systems (ECS), Tunnel Ventilation Systems (TVS), electrical systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS) for four underground stations: Anand Vihar, Meerut Central, Bhaisali, and Begumpul. This project aims to create a semi-high-speed Namo Bharat network with a design speed of 180 kmph, significantly improving regional connectivity.

Objectives of the Project

  • Establishing India's first regional Namo Bharat project.
  • Introducing a high-speed metro system with a design speed of up to 180 kmph.
  • Enhancing regional connectivity and significantly reducing travel time.
  • Ensuring high safety and comfort standards for passengers.
  • Providing a platform for technological innovation and skill development.

Benefits to the Citizen

The Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat project offers numerous benefits to the region’s population:

Significantly improved connectivity between Delhi and Meerut.
Drastically reduced travel times through a high-speed metro system.
Enhanced safety and comfort in modern, well-equipped underground stations.
Increased efficiency in regional transportation, accommodating a daily ridership of around 800,000 passengers.

Benefits to the Government

For government departments, the Namo Bharat project presents several advantages:

Alignment with the ‘Make in India’ initiative, promoting domestic technological and infrastructural capabilities.
A robust platform for showcasing advancements in transportation technology and fostering innovation.
Opportunities for skill development and capacity building within the regional transport sector.
Improved regional economic integration and development through enhanced transportation efficiency.