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Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Narendra Modi) on Monday urged people to be vigilant about the new coronavirus variant Omicron, which is currently causing serious damage worldwide. Since being discovered in southern African countries, Omicron is spreading rapidly and is touted as more dangerous than the main strain Delta.

“During the challenging period of the pandemic, we have received more than 1 billion doses of Covid vaccine. Now we are moving towards 1.5 billion doses. The news of the emergence of a new variant of the coronavirus has made us more vigilant. We should all remain vigilant against Covid- The view of the new variant of 19,” Prime Minister Modi said in a speech before the start of the winter session of Parliament.

He said that the government’s first priority is the health of the people.

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The Prime Minister also announced the extension of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana’s free grain and plan to March 2022.

“We are running Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana to provide free grain to more than 800 million people in the country so that they will not face more problems. The plan has now been extended to March 2022. The cost is close to ₹ 260,000 crore. The plan is to ensure that more than 800 million people have food to cook at home,” the prime minister said in a speech to the media. According to the plan, the government provides 5 kg of food rations for each person free of charge each month to NFSA (Antyodaya Anna Yojana and Priority Families) covering up to 8.135 million beneficiaries, including beneficiaries covered by Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

On Saturday, Prime Minister Modi convened a review meeting, and officials briefed him on Europe and America, its characteristics, and its influence in various countries. It has been classified as a variant of concern by the World Health Organization (WHO).

According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Prime Minister Modi emphasized the need to monitor all international entrants, conduct testing in accordance with guidelines, and pay special attention to countries that are determined to be “at risk”. He also asked officials to review plans to relax international travel restrictions based on emerging evidence.

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The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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