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{{Short description|Indian electric multiple unit train used for regional rapid train services}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=September 2024}}
{{Infobox train
| name = Namo Bharat
| image = Namo_Bharat_Train_closeup.jpg
| background = #C0C0C0
| imagealt = Namo Bharat Train in Meerut
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| caption = Namo Bharat Train in [[Meerut]]
| interiorimage = Delhi Meerut RRTS Interior.png
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| interiorcaption = Interior of the trainset.
| service = 2023–present
| manufacturer = [[Alstom|Alstom Transport India Limited]]<ref name="FE_1">{{Cite web |date=8 May 2022 |title=Delhi-Meerut RRTS: Made in India trainset handed over for Phase 1 project |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/business/railways-delhi-meerut-rrts-phase-1-trainset-2516467/ |access-date=29 May 2023 |website=Financialexpress |language=en}}</ref>
| designer = Alstom in [[Hyderabad]]<ref name="FE_1"/>
| assembly = Alstom in [[Savli]]<ref name="FE_1"/>
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| factory = Alstom [[Savli]] plant (formerly [[Bombardier Transportation]])<ref name="FE_1"/>
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| yearconstruction = 8 May 2022<ref name="FE_1"/>
| yearservice = 20 October 2023
| refurbishment =
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| numberbuilt = {{Wdib|P1114|fwd=ALL}}<ref name="MRG_1">{{Cite web |date=25 September 2020 |title=Bombardier Unveils Delhi - Meerut RRTS' Train Design |url=https://themetrorailguy.com/2020/09/25/bombardier-unveils-delhi-meerut-rrts-train-design/ |access-date=29 May 2023 |website=The Metro Rail Guy |language=en-US}}</ref>
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| capacity = 407 (seating) <br /> 1,061(standing)<ref>{{Cite news |date=6 May 2022 |title=First RRTS train set to be handed over on Saturday, to reach Duhai soon |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ghaziabad/first-rrts-train-set-to-be-handed-over-on-sat-to-reach-duhai-soon/articleshow/91357650.cms |access-date=29 May 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
| owner = [[National Capital Region Transport Corporation|NCRTC]]
| operator = [[Deutsche Bahn|DB RRTS Operations India Pvt. Ltd.]]<ref>{{cite press release|title=Multi-million-euro contract to operate a new regional rapid transit system in India between Delhi and Meerut|url=https://db-eco.com/en/multi-million-euro-contract-for-new-rrts-in-india/|work=[[Deutsche Bahn]]|date=4 July 2022|access-date=15 May 2024|language=en}}</ref>
| depots = 1
| lines = 1
| carbody = [[List of applications of stainless steel#Passenger rail cars|stainless steel body]]
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| width = 3.20 m<ref name="MRG_1"/>
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| doors = Automatic<ref name="FE_1"/>
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|'''Design:'''
|{{convert|180|km/h|mph|abbr=on|round=5}}<ref name="FE_1"/>
|'''Service:'''
|{{convert|160|km/h|mph|abbr=on|round=5}}
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| powersupply = [[25 kV AC railway electrification|25 kV 50 Hz AC]]
| hvac = yes
| electricsystem = 25000 V AC
| collectionmethod = Pantograph
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| safety = [[European Train Control System|ETCS Level 2]] with [[Automatic train operation|ATO]] subsystem supported by [[Nokia]] 4.9G/[[LTE (telecommunication)|LTE]] [[Private Shared Wireless Network|private wireless network]]<ref>{{Cite web |date=4 August 2022 |title=Nokia tests mission-critical voice and data on 4.9G private wireless network for NCRTC |url=https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/nokia-tests-mission-critical-voice-and-data-on-4-9g-private-wireless-network-for-ncrtc/93341322 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230503005619/https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/nokia-tests-mission-critical-voice-and-data-on-4-9g-private-wireless-network-for-ncrtc/93341322 |archive-date=3 May 2023 |access-date=3 May 2023 |website=ET Telecom}}</ref>
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| light = Light Emitting Diode
| gauge = {{RailGauge|1435 mm|allk=on}}
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}}

The '''Namo Bharat''' is an Indian [[electric multiple unit|electric]] train built for [[Namo Bharat]] Regional Rapid Transit services.<ref>{{Cite web |date=20 October 2023 |title=PM Modi flags off 'RapidX', India's first regional rapid rail service; all you need to know |url=https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/story/pm-modi-flags-off-namo-bharat-indias-first-regional-rapid-train-service-402728-2023-10-20 |access-date=23 October 2023 |website=Business Today |language=en}}</ref> The train was designed by the French [[rolling stock]] manufacturer [[Alstom]] at its engineering centre in [[Hyderabad]], [[Telangana]], and was manufactured in [[Savli]], [[Gujarat]]. The train has an [[Automotive aerodynamics|aerodynamic design]] which reduces the [[Drag (physics)#Aerodynamics|drag]] when it travels. The train has a design speed of {{convert|180|km/h|abbr=on}} and is operated at a speed of {{convert|160|km/h|abbr=on}}.<ref name="FE_1"/><ref>{{Cite news |date=20 October 2023 |title=New Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) trains to be known as 'Namo Bharat' |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/new-regional-rapid-transit-system-rrts-trains-to-be-known-as-namo-bharat/articleshow/104558643.cms?from=mdr |access-date=23 October 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>

The trainsets are running and operational on [[Delhi–Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System|Delhi Meerut RRTS]] system since 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-01-06 |title=55-km of RRTS Corridor Now Operational: Rapid Rail brings Meerut closer & faster to Delhi |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/55-km-of-rrts-corridor-now-operational-rapid-rail-brings-meerut-closer-faster-to-delhi-9761799/ |access-date=2025-01-20 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>

==History==
As the [[RapidX]] service was conceived, there was a need for a new [[Higher-speed rail|semi-high-speed]] trainset, specifically built for the purpose of semi-high-speed regional rail travel.<ref>{{Cite web |date=19 February 2018 |title=Hi-speed rail to turn into metro in Meerut, to save Rs 6,300 crore |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/hi-speed-rail-to-turn-into-metro-in-meerut-to-save-6-300-crore/story-5fCW6y63HL1a6DUnLKNwWM.html |access-date=29 May 2023 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref> In accordance with the [[Make in India]] initiative, the train sets were set to be locally built after the [[National Capital Region Transport Corporation]] (NCRTC) opened the tenders for the same in 2019.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Patel |first=Aradhana |date=11 October 2019 |title=Delhi-Meerut RRTS Train coaches to make under 'Make in India' initiative |url=https://www.metrorailnews.in/delhi-meerut-rrts-train-coaches-to-make-under-make-in-india-initiative/ |access-date=29 May 2023 |website=Metro Rail News |language=en-US}}</ref> In early 2020, NCRTC finalised the procurement of train set, which were set to be manufactured by [[Bombardier Transportation]] in [[Savli]]. The tender was finalised for the train to have 50% of the local components as opposed to the original requirement of 75% in line with the Make in India initiative.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/news/india/features-of-made-in-india-trainsets-for-delhi-meerut-rapid-rail-transport-system-see-photos-11589121349575.html|title=Features of Made in India trainsets for Delhi-Meerut rapid rail transport system|publisher=Livemint|date=10 May 2020}}</ref> Later in the year, the train's design was unveiled to the public. The stainless steel body of the train was designed to have a maximum speed of 180 km/h.<ref name="FE_Design">{{cite web|url=https://www.financialexpress.com/photos/business-gallery/2091862/delhi-meerut-rrts-images-of-regional-rapid-transit-system-train-interior-exterior/|title=Delhi-Meerut RRTS: Travel from Delhi to Meerut in 60 minutes on these world-class train sets; see pics|publisher=Financial Express|date=25 September 2020}}</ref>

On 19 October 2023, the trainset was named Namo Bharat.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=India's 1st Regional Rail Service RapidX Renamed NaMo Bharat |url=https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/indias-1st-regional-rail-service-rapidx-renamed-namo-bharat-4496772 |access-date=19 October 2023 |website=NDTV.com}}</ref>

On 20 October 2023, the trainset was officially inaugurated by [[Prime Minister of India|Prime Minister]] [[Narendra Modi]] and entered service.

On 21 October 2023, the trainset made its commercial debut in the Duhai - Sahibabad section.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=India's first semi high-speed regional train by Alstom – NaMo Bharat gets inaugurated, sets a new world standard in advanced signalling technology |url=https://www.alstom.com/press-releases-news/2023/10/indias-first-semi-high-speed-regional-train-alstom-namo-bharat-gets-inaugurated-sets-new-world-standard-advanced-signalling-technology |access-date=23 October 2023 |website=Alstom |language=en}}</ref>

==Engineering==
===Exterior===
The train is designed to have a stainless steel body with an [[Automotive aerodynamics|aerodynamic]] nose cone to reduce the [[Drag (physics)#Aerodynamics|air drag resistance]] produced while travelling at higher speeds.<ref name="FE_1"/> The train is relatively lighter in weight thanks to its [[List of applications of stainless steel#Passenger rail cars|stainless steel body]]. For easier entry and exit, each car is equipped with six doors, three on each side, excluding the Business class which has four doors, two on each side. Each car has [[Insulated glazing|double glazed]], tempered [[safety glass]] windows.<ref name="FE_Design"/>

===Interior===
The train has a 2x2 seating arrangement with adequate legroom for the passengers. The aisles have grab handles and poles for [[standing passenger]]s during the peak hours. Since it is built for regional rail service, it has an overhead luggage rack. When it comes to digital features the train has on-board Wi-Fi, a public announcement and display system, an infotainment display, a dynamic route map display and emergency communication facilities. For efficient consumption of energy, the trainsets include ambient lighting and temperature control systems. The train is also [[Accessibility|accessible]] with a dedicated wheelchair space. When it comes to safety, the train is equipped with a fire & smoke detector, CCTV, fire extinguisher and door status indicator along with innovative Train Control Monitoring System technology, and its predictive and condition-based monitoring features.<ref name="FE_Design"/>

===Technology===
The trainset is equipped with a new signalling technology called "ETCS L3 hybrid technology over LTE" which helps contribute to safety, facilitating interoperability, reducing wait time and enabling efficiency. There are plans to equip the trainset with Automatic Train Operation (ATO) over Long Term Evolution (LTE) in the future to further increase network performance and capacity.<ref name=":1" />

==In service==
The Namo Bharat trainset was brought into service when the [[Delhi–Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System|Delhi Meerut RRTS]] ([[RapidX]]) line was inaugurated on 20 October 2023. The trainset is expected to be used in other proposed RapidX routes as well. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 13 kilometre long Delhi section of the Namo Bharat corridor between Ashok Nagar and Sahibabad on 5 January 2025. This connects Delhi to Meerut and reduces the travel time to 40 minutes.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2025-01-05 |title=PM inaugurates Delhi section of Regional Rapid Transit System; journey to Meerut in 40 min |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/namo-bharat-corridor-delhi-section-inauguration-by-prime-minister-narendra-modi/article69063850.ece |access-date=2025-01-06 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>

==See also==
* {{anl|B28 trainset}}
* [[Vande Bharat (trainset)]]
* [[Amrit Bharat (trainset)]]
* [[Vande Bharat (sleeper trainset)]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* {{official website|ncrtc.in}}

{{RapidX|all=yes}}
{{Indian Railways}}
{{Rapid transit in India}}
{{High-speed rail in India}}

[[Category:Electric multiple units of India]]
[[Category:Higher-speed rail]]
[[Category:Express trains in India]]
[[Category:National Capital Region (India)]]

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Bhoirake at 12:41, 26 April 2026