Kerala writes to Centre to undertake feasibility study for RRTS
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Why in news
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan requested the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to initiate a feasibility study with NCRTC for a Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) in Kerala.
Background
The Kerala government has approved the RRTS project in principle to address high vehicle density and traffic congestion. The proposal follows a statement by Union Minister Khattar during the Urban Conclave in Kochi expressing the Ministry's willingness to consider such a proposal.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyNCRTC: National Capital Region Transport Corporation is thebody tasked with the feasibility study.
- FactThe Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor is cited as a successful model for the proposed Kerala project.
- PostPinarayi Vijayan: Chief Minister of Kerala.
- BodyMinistry of Housing and Urban Affairs: The central ministry responsible for overseeing the RRTS proposal.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of Regional Rapid Transit Systems (RRTS) in alleviating urban congestion and enhancing multi-modal connectivity in high-density states like Kerala.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-agency coordination: Requirement for seamless cooperation between State governments and NCRTC for technical feasibility.
- Fiscal federalism: Balancing state-led infrastructure demands with Central government funding and technical oversight.
- Urban mobility: Addressing high vehicle density through high-speed rail corridors to reduce carbon footprint.
Keywords: Regional Rapid Transit System · Urban Mobility · Infrastructure Development · Multi-modal Connectivity · Feasibility Study
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