NCRTC to Develop Over 8,000 Vehicle Parking Spaces at Its Stations.

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) is developing over 8,000 vehicle parking spaces at its stations along the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut RRTS corridor, according to a statement released on Thursday.

The corridor, which spans 25 stations from Delhi to Meerut, will feature extensive parking facilities to accommodate anticipated commuter demand. The largest parking area will be at Meerut South station, with space for approximately 300 cars and 900 two-wheelers. The Sarai Kale Khan station in Delhi will also offer substantial parking, including around 275 car spaces and 900 two-wheelers.

The new parking facilities will include electric vehicle charging stations to promote clean energy and improve last-mile connectivity. NCRTC aims to boost public transport use by offering convenient parking options, thus reducing the number of private vehicles on the road, cutting down on road accidents, and decreasing air pollution.

The total parking capacity across the corridor is projected to be over 1,600 cars and more than 6,500 two-wheelers. Initially, parking will be free for the first 10 minutes for pick-up and drop-off. After that, fees will apply: Rs 5 for bicycles, Rs 10 for two-wheelers, and Rs 25 for cars for up to six hours; Rs 5 for bicycles, Rs 25 for two-wheelers, and Rs 50 for cars for six to 12 hours; and Rs 10 for bicycles, Rs 30 for two-wheelers, and Rs 100 for cars for more than 12 hours. Night parking will cost Rs 20 for bicycles, Rs 60 for two-wheelers, and Rs 200 for cars.

Currently, a 34-kilometer section of the corridor with eight stations is operational, offering parking facilities, including spaces for auto rickshaws. Special provisions are in place for pick-up and drop-off, and separate parking areas and ramps are designated for the specially-abled.

Additionally, NCRTC plans to introduce battery swapping stations in parking areas to encourage the use of electric vehicles and enhance last-mile connectivity.

ET