Single-point security operational at New Ashok Nagar for Namo Bharat-Metro passengers

In a major relief for daily commuters during peak hours, single-point security checking has been operationalised for passengers interchanging between Namo Bharat and Delhi Metro's Blue Line at New Ashok Nagar - without repeat frisks. No more double checks: just zip across via a new foot-over bridge (FOB) and a dedicated checkpoint at Gate No. 2 of the Metro station. Delhi Metro riders heading to Meerut on Namo Bharat can alight, cross the foot-over bridge (FOB), and board without another pat-down. Similarly, Namo Bharat commuters wanting to travel further towards Noida will not have to go through security checks again at the Metro station. According to the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC), the facility has been enabled through the operational interchange Foot Over Bridge (FOB) connecting the two stations and the creation of a new security checkpoint at Gate No. 2 of the metro station.

This initiative will prove to be a game-changer in the daily travel, allowing commuters to avoid multiple security checks while moving between the two networks. For daily commuters, multiple security checks often translate into long queues, extended waiting time and inconvenience, particularly during peak hours. These delays not only add to overall commute time but also create uncertainty and fatigue, discouraging many from opting for public transport. By eliminating multiple security screenings, this initiative will significantly reduce travel time and make interchanges hassle-free, addressing one of the most persistent pain points faced by commuters.

Speed has been one of the core tenets of Namo Bharat, completing the journey between Delhi and Meerut in under an hour. In a statement, the NCRTC said that by simplifying interchange procedures, it ensures smoother, faster and more reliable journeys, making public transport a more attractive and practical choice for daily travel.

Further, a dedicated FOB has been operationalised at the Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station, which provides a direct link to the Delhi Metro's ShaheedSthal New Bus Adda station. Measuring approximately 300 metres in length and 6.5 metres in width, the FOB connects the lower PD level of the Namo Bharat station with the concourse level of the metro station, enabling safe, smooth and time-efficient commuter movement.

“In the future, travellators will also be installed on this FOB to enhance the comfort of the commuters moving from one system to the other. Ghaziabad Namo Bharat Station is located in a densely populated urban area, close to the city's main bus terminal, and serves prominent residential, commercial and institutional neighbourhoods,” it said. This step is part of a broader effort of NCRTC to deliver seamless, end-to-end travel experiences. Earlier, integrated QR ticketing with Delhi Metro was introduced, allowing commuters to book tickets through the mobile applications of either system.

This digital integration has eliminated the need to stand in long queues or switch between multiple platforms.