Full house, ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ chants in Delhi-Meerut RRTS a day after launch; 1 lakh riders recorded | India News - Hindustan Times
The Delhi-Meerut RRTS rapid rail service recorded 100,000 riders on its first full day of operation. The launch included patriotic chants from passengers.
Why this matters: High initial ridership indicates strong public adoption of new regional transit infrastructure.
82km, 40 mins: Inside Namo Bharat pre-launch run - The Times of India
India's Namo Bharat train completed an 82-kilometer pre-launch run in 40 minutes ahead of its inauguration. The corridor connects Delhi to Meerut.
Why this matters: This infrastructure project will reduce travel time between major urban centers.
Union Cabinet clears ‘Urban Challenge Fund’ for cities - The Hindu
India's Union Cabinet approved a ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund to address urbanization challenges. The fund aims to support market-led transformation in cities.
Why this matters: Significant infrastructure funding allocation for urban development projects.
Cabinet approves Rs 5,983 crore for Delhi-Ambala 3rd and 4th railway lines of 194 km - Tribune India
India's cabinet approved approximately 6,000 crore rupees for additional railway lines between Delhi and Ambala. This is part of broader infrastructure investments totaling over 10,000 crore rupees.
Why this matters: This expands rail capacity for freight and passenger transport in a key economic corridor.