3 big infra projects to make Delhi-Katra and Delhi-Dehradun trips faster. Key details
Travellers heading to Katra or Dehradun from Delhi can expect smoother, faster journeys soon. Three key projects, across rail and road, are currently underway to boost connectivity and reduce travel time between the Capital and neighbouring cities.ELEVATED ROAD TO GHAZIABAD STATIONA six-lane elevated corridor is coming up on NH-24 from UP Gate to Ghaziabad railway station. Built at a cost of Rs 588 crore, the 6.3-km road aims to cut traffic jams and make station access easier.advertisementConstruction is 70 per cent complete and is expected to be done by March 2026. Once ready, this road will help passengers catch trains like the Vande Bharat to Katra and Dehradun without getting stuck in bottlenecks.GHAZIABAD STATION GETS A MAKEOVER
Indian Railways is revamping Ghaziabad station under its station redevelopment scheme. With Rs 235 crore being spent, the upgrade will add a new faade, better waiting areas, modern ticket counters, and more passenger-friendly facilities.The design will also include better foot overbridges and smoother station entry-exit.RRTS LINK TO BOOST RAIL-ROAD CONNECTIONThe ongoing Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) from Delhi to Meerut will include a dedicated entry and exit at Ghaziabad station. Officials say this integration will allow faster travel from different NCR zones to the station, helping more people access long-distance trains. Once the RRTS is fully functional, the seamless connection will especially help pilgrims and tourists headed to the hills or Vaishno Devi.These three projects aim to not just improve intercity travel, but also reduce congestion on internal Delhi roads by encouraging more people to use public transport options.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hindustan Times
40 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
Rlys holds trials for day-before waitlist chart
The Indian Railways (IR) has begun a trial on preparing the waiting list chart for reserved train tickets a day before train departure, officials aware of the development said. The move is expected to give passengers more clarity and time to make alternative travel arrangements in case their train tickets do not get confirmed. Until now, the chart that determines whether waitlisted tickets are confirmed is prepared and released just four hours prior to the train's departure time. 'The trial run of finalising the chart 24 hours before the departure time began on June 6 in the Bikaner division and has been implemented on one train to begin with,' an official said, adding, 'Initial results over the past few days have been positive.' Officials said that after the trails in Bikaner division are complete, the Railways may expand the trial to other regions, particularly on routes that frequently experience long waiting lists. 'The idea was first proposed during the prime minister and the railway minister's visit to Bikaner on May 21, when local officials proposed and demonstrated the benefits of early chart preparation. Decision to conduct trials of the system was quickly approved thereafter,' a second official said. 'Among the main advantages for passengers are more time to arrange alternate travel if their tickets remain unconfirmed and better planning for the Railways, which can add extra coaches or adjust services based on updated passenger data,' he added. Officials, however, clarified that the new system will not affect existing rules for Tatkal or other types of tickets. 'The Tatkal processes will remain unchanged,' he said. 'Currently, waiting lists of many trains reach up to 400 passengers, leading to a high number of unconfirmed bookings. With the chart ready a day in advance, the Railways can consider deploying clone trains (operated when a regularly scheduled train has a significant number of passengers on its waitlist) or other measures to accommodate demand,' the official said. A third official said that they expect the move of preparing the chart a day before departure, to help address last-minute cancellations, which are believed to affect about 21% of bookings and account for around five percent of passengers who don't travel despite having confirmed tickets.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Time of India
Tvm airport expansion gets boost as funds are secured
T'puram: The expansion plans of city airport received a boost after Adani Airports raised $750 million in external commercial borrowings to enhance infrastructure at its six airports. Of this, Rs 1,300 crore will be allocated for Project Anantha and Rs 700 crore for other upgrades, including measures to support the expansion of non-aeronautical businesses like retail, food and beverages, duty-free and other services. The upgrades will begin soon, while the new project will start shortly after approvals are ready. An airport official said that funds were not an issue and the company would use its funds, but now the money was raised specifically for airport upgrades. "The project can now be taken up smoothly as dedicated funds have come. The money will be used to upgrade the six airports run by the group – Thiruvananthapuram, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Mangalore, Jaipur and Guwahati". Project Anantha envisages an investment of Rs 1,300 crore over three years for the expansion of Terminal 2. The existing 45,000 sq m currently handling 3.2 million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) will be enhanced to 1,65,000 sq m to handle almost 12 MPPA with a multi-level Curb Integrated Terminal. The new terminal will also have a forecourt with an airport plaza, a hotel, and a commercial and administration block. There will be more space for car parking. A new Air Traffic Control (ATC) tower, an international cargo complex and a remote check-in facility landside will create a completely new airport complex, said a statement from Adani Airport Holdings Ltd. "The clearances are the only thing that we are waiting for. The plan and the funds are ready," he added. A long-term expansion is also being considered, as the company submitted a broader masterplan worth Rs 3,000 crore to the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority. This includes the redevelopment of Terminals 1 and 2 and other work designed to handle 27 million passengers by 2034. The airport already completed some of the upgrades, like runway recarpeting, improving ground lighting and airside signage. The refurbishment of Terminal 1 is ongoing as part of upgrade work and will be completed in two months.
News18
7 hours ago
- News18
'In-depth Viewership': INS Guldar Set To Become India's First Underwater Museum
Last Updated: The 1,120-tonne vessel measuring 83.9 metres long and 9.7 metres wide, was retired on January 12, 2024, and gifted to Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation by Indian Navy In a groundbreaking move, the decommissioned Indian Navy warship INS Guldar is set to become India's first underwater museum and artificial coral reef, nestled near Nivati Rock in Sindhudurg's Vengurla taluka, Maharashtra. This ambitious project, aimed at boosting marine conservation and tourism, was launched virtually by chief minister Devendra Fadnavis, with deputy chief ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, along with key ministers and officials, in attendance. Officials said it's a historic step, blending heritage, ecology, and adventure to create a unique destination. The INS Guldar, a 1,120-tonne vessel measuring 83.9 metres long and 9.7 metres wide, was retired on January 12, 2024. Gifted to the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) by the Indian Navy at no cost, with approvals from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and defence minister Rajnath Singh, the ship was transported from Port Blair to Karwar Naval Base at the Navy's expense, saving significant costs for the state. On February 22, 2024, MTDC took official possession, and by March 16, 2025, the ship was safely towed to Vijaydurg in Sindhudurg. The Maharashtra Maritime Board permitted the vessel to be docked at its Vijaydurg jetty for six to seven months, free of charge. The project, funded with Rs 46.91 crore by the union tourism ministry on December 27, 2024, under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme, involves transforming the INS Guldar into an underwater attraction. Environmentally cleaned by April 15, 2025, the ship is now ready for scuttling near Nivati Rock, a task assigned to Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Limited on April 16, 2025. Once submerged, the vessel will foster coral growth, creating a vibrant marine ecosystem. This will pave the way for scuba diving and, in the future, submarine tours, offering tourists a thrilling glimpse of the underwater world. This initiative, a first for India, draws inspiration from similar projects worldwide. It promises to put Sindhudurg on the global tourism map while promoting marine biodiversity. The MTDC, led by managing director Manoj Kumar Suryavanshi and general manager Chandrashekhar Jaiswal, is working closely with local authorities, including Sindhudurg's district collector Anil Patil, to ensure its success. By blending history with eco-tourism, officials say the INS Guldar underwater museum will offer an unforgettable experience, inviting adventurers to explore a sunken warship surrounded by thriving coral reefs. First Published:
