Alstom trains and ETCS signalling inaugurated for Meerut Metro and RRTS corridor
Alstom's trains manufactured in India and ETCS signalling solutions have been inaugurated for the final stretch of the Namo Bharat RRTS corridor and the Meerut Metro. Meerut Metro is the first in the world to operate on ETCS Hybrid Level 3 over LTE 4G signalling.
Alstom has celebrated the commencement of commercial operations for the final stretch of the Namo Bharat Rapid Regional Transit System (RRTS) and the Meerut Metro, powered by its India-made trainsets and ETCS signalling solutions. This opening enhances urban mobility in India's National Capital Region and improves intra-city travel for Meerut residents.
The Meerut Metro trains are designed with a maximum operational speed of 120 km/h, positioning them as India's fastest urban metro trains. The system marks a significant technological advancement, as Meerut Metro is the first globally to operate on ETCS Hybrid Level 3 signalling over LTE 4G, promising enhanced safety, efficiency, and operational flexibility.
Designed at Alstom's engineering center in Hyderabad and manufactured in Savli, Gujarat, the trains are entirely 'Make in India.' Propulsion systems and electrical components were produced at Alstom's facility in Maneja, Gujarat, supporting the country's self-reliance goals in advanced mobility solutions.
The inauguration of these sections, managed by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), represents a key step in upgrading the region's public transport infrastructure. Alstom's contribution provides a sustainable and comfortable commuting option, contributing to reduced traffic congestion, air pollution, and fuel consumption.