Security of the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) ‘Namo Bharat’ corridor has been formally handed over to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), marking a key step in strengthening safety arrangements for India’s first high-speed regional transit network in the National Capital Region (NCR).
The transfer of responsibility took place during an induction ceremony at New Ashok Nagar, where senior officials from CISF and the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) were present.
Formal Handover Marks Operational Shift
The ceremony featured a symbolic handover, with NCRTC Managing Director Shalabh Goel presenting an insignia key to CISF Director General Praveer Ranjan, indicating the formal transfer of security duties for the corridor.
Officials said the move signals the beginning of full-scale CISF deployment across the RRTS network.
Infrastructure Push for CISF Deployment
As part of the programme, the CISF chief also performed a foundation-laying ceremony for accommodation facilities for personnel, aimed at supporting long-term deployment along the corridor.
Senior officials from both organisations reviewed operational preparedness, assessed infrastructure readiness and interacted with deployed personnel during the event.
Multi-Layered Security Framework Planned
Authorities said CISF will implement a comprehensive security system across the corridor, including surveillance networks, access control systems, anti-sabotage checks and rapid response mechanisms.
The deployment is expected to bring the RRTS corridor in line with security standards followed in other major urban transit systems.
Integration with Metro Security Systems
Officials highlighted that the CISF’s induction, along with an existing standard operating procedure aligned with the Delhi Metro, will enable a more coordinated security framework.
This includes uniform protocols, joint inspections and streamlined access management across interconnected transit systems in NCR.
Familiarisation Visit Conducted
As part of the event, senior officials, including the CISF chief and NCRTC managing director, undertook a short trip on the corridor between New Ashok Nagar, Anand Vihar and Sarai Kale Khan stations to review on-ground arrangements.
High-Speed Corridor to Transform NCR Travel
The ‘Namo Bharat’ RRTS project, being implemented by NCRTC under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, is aimed at improving regional connectivity with high-speed, reliable transit.
Trains on the Delhi–Meerut corridor under Phase I are designed to operate at speeds of up to 180 kmph, significantly reducing travel time across the NCR.