Ghaziabad. NaMo Bharat Train is fast becoming the preferred mode of transport for passengers traveling between Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut. The country's first Namo Bharat train has achieved another big milestone and the total number of passengers has crossed 5 crore. The special thing is that the number of passengers is continuously increasing rapidly. The last 10 million commuter journeys on the corridor were recorded in just 93 days. This achievement reflects the growing acceptance of modern regional transport system in Delhi-NCR and Western Uttar Pradesh.
According to NCRTC, on November 10, 2026, Namo Bharat Corridor crossed the figure of five crore commuter journeys. Earlier, it took only 93 days to reach from four crore to five crore. It is clear from the continuously decreasing milestone times that the popularity of Namo Bharat is increasing rapidly among Delhi, Ghaziabad and Meerut.
One crore passengers traveled in 574 days, now one crore passengers connected in just 93 days
Operations on the NaMo Bharat Corridor began on 21 October 2023 on the 17 km long primary section between Sahibabad to Duhai Depot. There has been a steady increase in the number of passengers since its inception. According to NCRTC data, the figure of one crore commuter journeys was crossed for the first time on May 16, 2025, 574 days after the start of operations. After this, on December 11, 2025, the figure of two crore passengers was completed in 211 days.
At the same time, on May 2, 2026, three crore commuter journeys were recorded in 143 days and on August 10, 2026, four crore commuter journeys were recorded in just 101 days. Now on November 10, 2026, the figure of five crores was crossed. This time one crore new commuter journeys were recorded in just 93 days. That means, with every new crore, the pace of increase in the number of passengers is increasing.
More than 32 lakh passengers traveling continuously for three months
The figures of the last three months also testify to the increasing popularity of Namo Bharat. A total of 35.25 lakh commuter journeys were recorded on the corridor in August 2026. The average daily ridership during this period was 1,13,708. Whereas on August 28, 1,68,666 passengers traveled, which is the highest daily ridership so far.
About 32.41 lakh commuter journeys were recorded in September 2026 and the average daily ridership stood at 1,08,043. This figure increased to 33.49 lakh in October. Average daily ridership this month was recorded at 1,08,049. Recording more than 32 lakh commuter journeys every month for three consecutive months shows that NaMo Bharat is now becoming an important part of people's everyday journey.
Delhi-NCR connectivity benefited from the launch of Meerut Metro.
On 22 February 2026, Meerut Metro operations along the entire Namo Bharat corridor were also started for passengers. Due to this, public transport connectivity between Delhi, Ghaziabad and Meerut has become better than before. The operation of Meerut Metro on the infrastructure of Namo Bharat Corridor is an example of better coordination between regional and urban transport systems.
High speed, air-conditioned coaches, reliable operations and better multimodal connectivity are attracting passengers. People traveling daily for job, education, business and other important works are getting a lot of convenience from this. Namo Bharat is providing a better option even during road traffic jams and bad weather. Apart from this, the interchange facility with Delhi Metro, Indian Railways, interstate bus terminals and city bus services makes the journey easier for the passengers.
Speed of 160 kmph and more than 99 percent punctuality
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also appreciated the operational arrangements and achievements of Namo Bharat Corridor. Describing this project as an excellent example of good governance, he particularly praised its completion within the stipulated time frame, operational speed of 160 kilometers per hour and more than 99 percent punctuality.
Recently, Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor was also honored in the Urban Mobility India Conference and Expo 2026 held in Bhubaneswar. Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs and Power, Manohar Lal presented the 'Best Commuter Services and Satisfaction' award to NCRTC. This honor reflects the facilities and better operational arrangements being provided to the passengers on the corridor.
The journey started from 17 kilometers, now the entire corridor is available for passengers.
The operation of Namo Bharat Corridor was started in a phased manner. It started on 21 October 2023 from the 17 km long section between Sahibabad to Duhai Depot. After this, a 17 kilometer section from Duhai Depot to Modinagar North was started on 6 March 2024 and an 8 kilometer section from Modinagar North to Meerut South on 18 August 2024.
The 13 km stretch from Sahibabad to Anand Vihar became operational on 5 January 2025. After this, on 22 February 2026, operation of Meerut Metro was also started with the sections from Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar and Meerut South to Modipuram. In this way the entire Namo Bharat corridor became available to passengers.
Crossing the figure of five crore commuter journeys is not only a record of increasing number of passengers, but it is also a sign of people's changing attitude towards modern public transport system and increasing acceptance of NaMo India. NaMo India continues to play an important role in strengthening regional connectivity in Delhi-NCR and Western Uttar Pradesh.