Namo Bharat Train: Passengers using the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor can look forward to notable improvements. From 16 November 2026, fast Namo Bharat trains will begin running on this line during peak travel times. These trains will only make stops at five designated stations, resulting in shorter journeys for travellers. Now, the trip from Anand Vihar to Ghaziabad will require just 8 minutes, while getting from Anand Vihar to Begumpul will take only 36 minutes.
Only five selected stations will have fast train stops. NCRTC has opted to introduce fast trains with limited halts to help reduce overall travel time. Rather than stopping at every station along the Delhi-Meerut route, these trains will only call at Sarai Kale Khan, Anand Vihar, Ghaziabad, Begumpul, and Modipuram. This approach of restricting stops directly translates into faster journeys for commuters.
Reaching Begumpul from Anand Vihar will require just 36 minutes
Travel times between stations will see a reduction with the launch of these fast services. The journey from Anand Vihar to Ghaziabad will now take merely 8 minutes, while travelling from Ghaziabad to Begumpul will require 28 minutes. As a result, passengers can now cover the distance from Anand Vihar to Begumpul in a total of 36 minutes. The benefits will extend to those traversing the entire Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor as well. Travelling from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram will take under 50 minutes.
Eight extra fast trains to run during peak periods
These fast services are being launched specifically to serve commuters during the busiest hours of the day. Both terminal stations will see trains departing in both directions. In the mornings, two fast trains will leave from Sarai Kale Khan towards Modipuram and from Modipuram to Sarai Kale Khan, with departure times scheduled at 8:00 am and 8:30 am. The same schedule will apply in the evenings, with two trains in each direction leaving at 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm. Altogether, commuters will have access to eight additional fast trains during periods of high demand.
No disruption to regular Namo Bharat services
The addition of fast trains will not result in the suspension of regular Namo Bharat operations. Trains on the regular schedule will continue to run every 10 minutes, maintaining the existing service pattern. Consequently, passengers may choose between using the regular or the new fast trains. However, the NCRTC recommends that passengers pay attention before boarding by checking the station display boards and listening to platform announcements. This will ensure travellers know whether the approaching train is a fast or regular service.
Daily ridership reaches 1.1 lakh
The number of people travelling the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat route continues to rise. At present, roughly 1.1 lakh passengers make the journey each day. The corridor has recently exceeded the 50 million passenger journey milestone. During the past three months, monthly passenger journeys have averaged over 3.2 million. In response to this growth in ridership, more fast trains are being introduced at peak times.
Students and professionals to benefit
Those needing to reach schools, colleges, or workplaces promptly are likely to gain the most from this new arrangement. Commuters will particularly appreciate the shorter journey times during morning and evening rush hours. Against the backdrop of severe air pollution in the area, the initiative also seeks to encourage the use of public transport instead of private vehicles.
With the improvements in speed and convenience, more passengers may begin using the Namo Bharat system. This could also help relieve congestion on local roads. Regular services will continue as usual, operating alongside the fast trains that are set to launch on 16 November.