In a groundbreaking development, plans for the Namo Bharat Train project, connecting the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi with the Jewar Airport, are gaining momentum. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s recent visit to Greater Noida saw the proposal for this ambitious project presented, with a high-level discussion scheduled for December 14 in Lucknow, raising hopes for official approval.
1. The Proposed Route 🗺️: The planned route, starting from Sarai Kale Khan near the Mayur Vihar area, will run parallel to the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway, fully elevated. The finalized route from Gaziyabad via Greater Noida West to the Jewar Airport has already been established.
2. Connecting Noida Airport: 🛫 The Greater Noida Airport is actively working on enhancing connectivity, with feasibility reports prepared for routes from Gaziyabad to Jewar Airport via Greater Noida West and Delhi Sarai Kale Khan to Noida Airport via Noida.
3. A Better Route for Greater Noida West Residents: 🏡🚆 The finalized Gaziyabad to Greater Noida West route prioritizes convenience for residents in Swarn Nagri and Greater Noida West, but direct benefits for travelers commuting from Delhi to Noida Airport are still under consideration.
4. Rapid Rail from IGIA to Jewar Airport: 🚄 To address connectivity gaps, plans are in place to integrate the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) and the Noida Airport with the Rapid Rail, a crucial discussion during CM Yogi Adityanath’s recent visit.
5. High-Level Meeting on December 14: 📅 The Chief Minister, expressing keen interest, has scheduled a high-level meeting in Lucknow on December 14 to discuss and potentially approve this transformative route, signaling a significant step towards improved connectivity.
6. Funding and Implementation: 💵🔨 The Yamuna Authority has committed to bearing the entire cost of constructing the elevated route. Once the Gaziyabad to Greater Noida West route is finalized, the focus will shift to constructing tracks up to Pari Chowk.
7. Proposed Stations Along the Route: 🚉 The proposed stations include Sarai Kale Khan, Botanical Garden, Noida Sector-142, Noida Knowledge Park-2, Pari Chowk, Ecotech-6, Dankaur, YEIDA North Sector-18, YEIDA Central Sector-(21 and 35), and Noida Airport.
8. Yamuna Authority: Ready to Bear the Entire Cost! 💪 The commitment from the Yamuna Authority to fully fund the construction of the elevated route showcases a strong push towards making this ambitious project a reality.
9. CEO’s Pitch to the CM: 🗣️ During the review meeting, CEO Dr. Arunvir Singh emphasized the significance of the route, especially the Delhi to Noida Airport segment, proposing a Rapid Rail connection for seamless travel.
Excitement is building as the Namo Bharat Train project awaits potential approval in the upcoming high-level meeting, promising enhanced connectivity between two prominent airports. Stay tuned for updates on this transformative development!
