Telangana Rapid Transit: Commute from Hyderabad to any town in Telangana in 60 minutes
It is anticipated that Karimnagar, which currently takes 3.30 hours by road from Hyderabad, could be reached in just 1.25 hours with the implementation of this system
By Anoushka Caroline Williams Published on 26 Nov 2023 7:40 AM GMT
Hyderabad: In a recent CREDAI meeting, BRS working president KT Rama Rao unveiled a plan for the future of transportation in Telangana — the Telangana Rapid Transit (TRT). The concept revolves around establishing a railway network of transit services connecting Hyderabad with various district headquarters and major towns, promising a significant reduction in travel time.
Speaking on the key aspects of TRT, KTR said, “Shrink the travel time and chug along in complete comfort to any district headquarters or any major town in Telangana from Hyderabad in just about sixty minutes.”
The TRT project complements existing Metro Rail infrastructure, which includes 69 km of three Metro corridors and a 31 km Airport Metro Corridor, with an additional 415 km of Metro Rail expansion sanctioned for various parts of Hyderabad and along the Outer Ring Road (ORR). The total estimated cost for this expansive Metro Rail coverage is Rs 69,000 crore.
Maximum speed at 180 kmph
The proposed semi-high-speed ‘At Grade’ railway system aims for a maximum speed of 180 kmph and an average speed of 100 kmph, making it possible to reach most district headquarters and important towns in about one hour.
The potential impact of TRT on travel duration is noteworthy. For instance, it is anticipated that Karimnagar, which currently takes 3.30 hours by road from Hyderabad, could be reached in just 1.25 hours with the implementation of this system. The emphasis on faster travel aligns with the broader goal of enhancing connectivity and accessibility within the state.
Nine TRT corridors join metro points on ORR
The nine envisaged TRT corridors are designed to connect new Metro nodal points on the ORR/outskirts to cover almost all parts of the state. These corridors will be road-level rail lines, incorporating advanced RRTS technology. The estimated cost of these corridors ranges between Rs 70 crores to Rs 75 crores per km, allowing for a total coverage length of about 792 km with a projected funding of Rs 55,400 crores.
Highlighting the practical considerations of the TRT corridors, it is mentioned that during the detailed survey phase, distances could be further reduced. The proposed routes aim to traverse open fields while connecting vital towns, road junctions, and existing railway stations, ensuring a comprehensive and efficient transit network.
