NEW DELHI (Metro Rail News): The Indian Railways has proposed the construction of an elevated corridor that will run semi-high-speed trains of 200-220 kmph between Delhi Cantonment and Jaipur. The national transporter is now considering extending it up to Jaipur; however, the initial proposal suggested the construction of the elevated stretch only up to Rewari in Haryana.
In the upcoming years, Vande Bharat trains will receive an upgrade to run at 220 kmph, providing an optimal solution for faster inter-city rail connectivity. The railway ministry has already declared the launch of Vande Metro trains, which will function as shuttle trains on intercity routes spanning approximately 100 km. The construction of elevated tracks along congested railway corridors could provide significant benefits for commuters, as well as facilitate the transportation of freight to consumption hubs.
According to an official, there is ample land available for the project, and it has been deemed feasible. The current operation of regular suburban local trains between Delhi and Rewari has caused issues for running goods trains and long-distance passenger trains. Constructing an elevated track will enable the segregation of trains and alleviate congestion on the existing corridor. Additionally, this will lead to a reduction in travel time between Delhi and Jaipur.
