A high-level delegation from the Asian Institute of Transport Development (AITD), comprising transport specialists from South and South-East Asian countries, visited the Namo Bharat Corridor today. Accompanied by senior NCRTC officials, the team received a detailed briefing on India’s first regional rail project — highlighting its advanced technology, commuter-focused design, and its role in building a sustainable mobility ecosystem.
The visit included a round trip from New Ashok Nagar to Duhai Depot, where the delegates experienced the Make in India-manufactured trainsets built at Savli, Gujarat. They appreciated the Namo Bharat train’s passenger-friendly design, modern amenities, and seamless accessibility features. The delegation was also impressed by the active participation of women in key operational roles, including train operators and station controllers, symbolising women-led development within NCRTC.
Innovation, Integration, and Global Recognition
At the Duhai Depot, delegates observed maintenance and inspection processes at the state-of-the-art Inspection Bay Line (IBL) and Workshop, gaining insights into the safety and operational procedures that ensure efficient and reliable service. They were also briefed about the European Train Control System (ETCS) Hybrid Level 3 technology—a global first implemented over an LTE backbone for high-speed train control.
The team explored the Operation Control Center, Simulator Room, and other tech-enabled facilities, where NCRTC employs Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Building Information Modelling (BIM) for enhanced training and operational efficiency.
NCRTC officials also explained the corporation’s ongoing efforts toward Multi-Modal Integration (MMI), ensuring smooth connectivity between Namo Bharat stations and other modes of public transport—creating a comprehensive network-of-networks for sustainable urban transit.
The delegates lauded NCRTC’s commitment to technological innovation, sustainability, and commuter-centric infrastructure, recognizing the Namo Bharat project as a benchmark in regional rail development not just for India but for the entire region.