India's First Semi-High-Speed Regional Rail. - Current Affairs

 

1. What is the name of India's first-ever semi-high-speed Regional Rail services, and what does the letter 'X' in 'RAPIDX' signify?

• The name of India's first-ever semi-high-speed Regional Rail services is 'RAPIDX', and the letter 'X' in 'RAPIDX' signifies the next-age technology used to ensure a comfortable and fast ride.

2. What are RRTS corridors, and how do they differ from traditional railways?

• RRTS corridors are a new concept that provides high speed and capabilities, and they differ from traditional railways by offering a much trustable and dedicated travelling experience.

3. Which major urban junctions will the RAPIDX rail connect across the National Capital Region (NCR)?

• The RAPIDX rail will connect major urban junctions across the National Capital Region (NCR) through the Delhi-Meerut, Delhi-Panipat, and Delhi-Alwar corridors.

4. What is the speed of the RAPIDX rail, and what is the travel time it takes to cover 10 km?

• The RAPIDX rail has a 3 times faster speed than regular metros, running at a speed of 160-180 km per hour. It has the capacity to cover 10 km within 1 hour.

5. What does the green leaf symbol in the RAPIDX logo symbolize?

• The green leaf symbol in the RAPIDX logo symbolizes the brand's objective of achieving decarbonization, which implies the possible reduction of carbon.

6. How does the NCRTC plan to decongest the NCR region?

• The NCRTC plans to decongest the NCR region by decreasing the number of vehicles on the road and the effective use of green energy, including the installation of solar panels on stations and repositories and the use of blended power in traction.

7. Which major cities and towns will the RAPIDX rail connect across the NCR region?

• The RAPIDX rail will connect major cities and towns across the NCR region, including Delhi, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Alwar, Panipat, Faridabad, Ballabgarh, Palwal, Khurja, Bahadurgarh, Rohtak, Hapur, Shahdara, and Baraut.