Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi continues to spearhead transformative changes in India’s transportation landscape. On September 24th, 2023, at 12:30 PM, via video conferencing, he will flag off nine new Vande Bharat trains, a monumental step toward realizing his vision of connectivity excellence and providing top-tier amenities to rail passengers.
The New Vande Bharat Trains: Elevating Rail Travel
The nine Vande Bharat trains set to be inaugurated will redefine rail travel in India. These trains are:
- Udaipur – Jaipur Vande Bharat Express
- Tirunelveli-Madurai-Chennai Vande Bharat Express
- Hyderabad – Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express
- Vijayawada – Chennai Vande Bharat Express
- Patna – Howrah Vande Bharat Express
- Kasaragod – Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express
- Rourkela – Bhubaneswar – Puri Vande Bharat Express
- Ranchi – Howrah Vande Bharat Express
- Jamnagar-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express
Enhanced Connectivity Across Eleven States
These trains will foster improved connectivity across eleven states, benefitting residents and travelers in Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Bihar, West Bengal, Kerala, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Gujarat. This strategic expansion aligns with the Prime Minister’s commitment to seamlessly connect diverse regions of the country.
Faster and More Efficient Travel
The Vande Bharat trains are designed to be the fastest along their respective routes, significantly reducing travel time. Compared to the current fastest trains on these routes, these Vande Bharat Express trains will offer remarkable time savings:
- Rourkela- Bhubaneswar – Puri Vande Bharat Express and Kasaragod – Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express: 3 hours faster
- Hyderabad – Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express: Over 2.5 hours faster
- Tirunelveli-Madurai- Chennai Vande Bharat Express: Over 2 hours faster
- Ranchi – Howrah Vande Bharat Express, Patna – Howrah Vande Bharat Express, and Jamnagar-Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express: Approximately 1 hour faster
- Udaipur – Jaipur Vande Bharat Express: Approximately 30 minutes faster
Connecting Religious and Pilgrimage Centers
In alignment with the Prime Minister’s vision of improving connectivity to religious and pilgrimage sites, two of these Vande Bharat Express trains, Rourkela- Bhubaneswar – Puri and Tirunelveli-Madurai- Chennai, will connect the revered towns of Puri and Madurai. Additionally, the Vijayawada – Chennai Vande Bharat Express will operate via the Renigunta route, providing enhanced access to the Tirupati Pilgrimage center.
A New Era of Rail Service
The introduction of these Vande Bharat trains heralds a new era of rail service in India. These trains are equipped with world-class amenities & advanced safety features, including Kavach technology. They represent a significant stride toward offering modern, swift, and comfortable travel options to a diverse range of passengers, including students, professionals, tourists, and the business community.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for enhanced connectivity and upgraded rail services underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to transforming India’s transportation infrastructure, making it more efficient and passenger-friendly. These Vande Bharat trains are a testament to India’s progress and its dedication to providing top-notch services to its citizens.
