Bodaki: The Next Multi-Modal Transport and Commercial Power Centre in Greater Noida

The Yogi Adityanath government is fast-tracking the transformation of Bodaki, located in Greater Noida, into one of India’s most advanced multi-modal transport hubs. The site, spread across 358 acres, will integrate rail, metro, highway, and bus terminals in a single, world-class passenger facility.

Strategic Location & National Linkages

Bodaki sits on the Delhi–Howrah rail corridor, a major artery connecting northern and eastern India. It will link directly to National Highway 91 (GT Road) and is less than an hour from Noida International Airport (Jewar).
This makes Bodaki a crucial node connecting Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal by rail and road, creating seamless regional movement for both commuters and goods.

Integrated Transport Infrastructure

The development plan covers a Multi-Modal Transport Hub (MTH) with:

• A new Greater Noida Terminal railway station spread over 46 hectares, featuring 12 platforms and 63 yard lines for maintenance.
• A Local Bus Terminal (LBT) and Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) being designed by the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC).
• Metro connectivity through an extension of the Aqua Line up to the Depot Station near Bodaki, approved by the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC).
• Road links via a 105-meter arterial road and a 60-meter secondary road being developed by the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), plus a rail over bridge (ROB) and flyover overseen by the U.P. Bridge Corporation.

Railway Station to Rival New Delhi

The upcoming Greater Noida Terminal will rival the New Delhi Railway Station in scale and design.
It will handle up to 100 trains daily, including Vande Bharat Express and other premium services. The station will be built as a mixed-use complex, with the ground floor dedicated to railway operations and upper floors housing commercial offices, retail areas, and hotels.

Institutional Framework & Funding

The project is managed by DMIC-IITGNL, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) jointly owned by:

• National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT) – 50%
• Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) – 50%

This SPV is responsible for the master plan, funding, and auxiliary infrastructure (bus depots, utilities, access roads). Indian Railways will oversee the design and construction of the main terminal and rail infrastructure.

Budget, Timeline, & Status

Originally sanctioned at ₹1,850 crore, the project budget has reportedly doubled after design upgrades.
Once the master plan receives final state approval, the terminal is expected to be completed within three years. Construction of associated road and bridge infrastructure is already in progress.

Urban & Commercial Development

Beyond transport, Bodaki is envisioned as a mixed-use commercial hub.
Plans include office towers, malls, hotels, and multi-level parking complexes, enabling the area to emerge as a modern business and passenger center for Greater Noida West, Dadri, and surrounding YEIDA zones.

Economic & Urban Impact

The project will:

• Decongest Anand Vihar and other Delhi transit nodes.
• Create thousands of jobs in construction, logistics, retail, and hospitality.
• Anchor real-estate appreciation in nearby sectors such as Dadri, Tech Zone, and Sector 22F.
• Serve as a gateway for east-bound passenger and cargo traffic from the NCR.

Risks & Dependencies

• Cost escalation due to changing design parameters.
• Land acquisition or relocation challenges in adjoining zones.
• Coordination delays among multiple agencies (Railways, GNIDA, NMRC, NICDC).
• Environmental clearances and integration with Jewar Airport’s ecosystem.

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