Introducing RAPIDX: India’s First RRTS Network for Faster Commuting
India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) is set to revolutionize the way people travel in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR). The RRTS, named RAPIDX, was recently announced by the National Capital Region Transport Corporations (NCRTC) and is expected to operate at an impressive speed of 160 kmph. With RAPIDX, commuting in NCR will be faster and more convenient than ever before.
Connecting People and Places at High Speed
The RAPIDX network is designed to connect people and places across NCR, with high-speed, high-frequency, and high-throughput regional connectivity. This rail-based, dedicated, high capacity, and comfortable commuter service is the first of its kind in India and is set to put life on a fast track in NCR.
The NCRTC is committed to realizing its vision of providing faster and more efficient transportation solutions to the public. The RRTS is a new-age mobility solution that will bring people and places closer, reduce traffic congestion, and contribute towards de-carbonization by using green energy.
RAPIDX: A Brand Name that Denotes Speed and Progress
The brand name RAPIDX is easy to read and simple to pronounce in various languages. The X in the name denotes next-gen technology and represents youth, optimism, and energy. The green leaf symbol highlights the brand’s commitment towards de-carbonization and the use of green energy.
The RAPIDX network is set to use green energy by installing solar panels on stations and depots, and using blended power in traction, which will be progressively increased. This move towards sustainable energy solutions is a step towards a greener and cleaner environment.
The RRTS: Phase 1 and Beyond
In the first phase of the RRTS project, three corridors are under implementation, namely, Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut, Delhi-SNB (Shahjahanpur-Neemrana-Behror Urban Complex)-Alwar, and Delhi-Panipat. The 82-km-long Delhi-Meerut corridor is one of the three priority corridors of Phase-1 planned in the NCR and is expected to be operational by 2025.
In the next phase(s), five additional RAPIDX lines will be developed, namely, Delhi–Faridabad–Ballabgarh-Palwal, Ghaziabad–Khurja, Delhi- Bahadurgarh-Rohtak, Ghaziabad-Hapur, and Delhi-Shahdara-Baraut. The NCRTC is aiming to commission the entire Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor for the public by 2025.
Conclusion
The RAPIDX network is set to transform the way people travel in NCR. With faster commuting times, sustainable energy solutions, and a commitment towards de-carbonization, the RRTS project is a step towards a greener and cleaner future. As the NCRTC works towards commissioning the entire Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor, we can look forward to faster, more efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions in NCR.