A Parliamentary panel has urged the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry to integrate Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) and the upcoming Jewar Airport with the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridors.
The Standing Committee on Housing and Urban Affairs, led by MP Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy, lauded the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) for promoting multimodal integration of RRTS with metro rail, railways, ISBTs, bus depots, and expressways. The panel emphasised that Jewar Airport is poised to become a crucial transport hub for residents of Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar, and nearby regions. With rising development in residential, commercial, and institutional zones along the Ghaziabad-Noida-Greater Noida corridor, the committee stressed the need for a reliable and efficient transit solution like RRTS.
Highlighting the Delhi-Meerut RRTS Corridor’s potential, the panel stated "The integration of RRTS will not only improve connectivity but will also enhance ridership and financial viability." It noted that the detailed project report (DPR) for the Delhi-SNB corridor, which includes IGIA linkage, is being revised. The committee also recommended studies on vibration impact and installing sound barriers to protect public welfare. Emergency medical services, including CPR-trained staff and hospital partnerships, were also acknowledged.