Namo Bharat Train Update: Commuters travelling on the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor are set to get faster journeys as new limited-stop train services will begin operating from November 16, 2026. The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is introducing these services during morning and evening peak hours to reduce travel time between important stations.
Unlike regular Namo Bharat trains, which stop at multiple stations, the new fast services will halt at only five selected locations. With fewer stops, passengers will be able to reach their destinations more quickly. For example, the journey from Anand Vihar to Ghaziabad will take just 8 minutes, while reaching Begumpul from Anand Vihar will take approximately 36 minutes.
Namo Bharat Fast Train: Only Five Stations to Have Stops
Under the new arrangement, fast Namo Bharat trains will operate with limited stoppages across the corridor. The five designated stations are Sarai Kale Khan, Anand Vihar, Ghaziabad, Begumpul and Modipuram.
By skipping other stations along the route, these services are expected to reduce overall journey durations and improve travel convenience for passengers.
The revised travel timings will make commuting between key locations in Delhi, Ghaziabad and Meerut faster, particularly for people travelling during busy hours.
Anand Vihar to Begumpul in Just 36 Minutes
One of the major advantages of the new services will be the reduction in travel time between important stations.
Passengers travelling from Anand Vihar to Ghaziabad will take around 8 minutes. The journey from Ghaziabad to Begumpul is expected to take another 28 minutes.
This means commuters will be able to travel between Anand Vihar and Begumpul in approximately 36 minutes. Meanwhile, passengers travelling across the entire corridor, from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram, are expected to complete their journey in less than 50 minutes.
Eight Additional Fast Trains During Peak Hours
NCRTC plans to operate eight additional fast services every day during periods of heavy passenger demand.
In the morning, two trains will depart from Sarai Kale Khan towards Modipuram, while another two will operate in the opposite direction. Their scheduled departure times will be 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.
A similar arrangement will be followed in the evening. Two trains in each direction will operate at 6:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
These additional services are intended to provide faster travel options for office employees, students and other daily commuters.
Regular Namo Bharat Services to Continue
Passengers will not have to worry about regular train services being reduced because of the introduction of fast trains. Existing Namo Bharat services will continue operating at intervals of approximately 10 minutes.
Travellers will therefore have the option of choosing between regular and limited-stop services, depending on their destination and travel requirements.
NCRTC has advised passengers to check station display boards and listen carefully to platform announcements before boarding. This will help them identify whether the arriving train is a regular service or a fast train.
Daily Passenger Numbers Reach 1.1 Lakh
The growing popularity of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor is reflected in its increasing passenger numbers. Around 1.1 lakh people currently use the service every day.
The corridor has also crossed the milestone of 50 million passenger journeys. During the last three months, average monthly passenger journeys have remained above 3.2 million.
With passenger demand continuing to increase, the introduction of additional fast trains is expected to improve the overall commuting experience.
The new services could be particularly useful for students and working professionals who need to reach their destinations on time. Encouraging more people to use public transport may also help reduce dependence on private vehicles and ease road congestion amid serious air pollution concerns in the region.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the information provided in the source material. Train timings, routes, stoppages and operational arrangements are subject to NCRTC announcements and may change. Passengers are advised to check official NCRTC updates before planning their journeys.