In a historic moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vande Bharat Express, a high-speed train service connecting the industrial cities of Coimbatore and Bangalore. Dr. L. Murugan, acknowledging the persistent demand for such a service, lauded the central government for fulfilling a longstanding need that would profoundly impact various sectors.
“While there has been a demand for high-speed train service between the industrial cities of Coimbatore and Bangalore for a long time, this Vande Bharat Express train service of the central government will be of great benefit to various parties like industrialists, IT employees, students, and the textile industry,” remarked Dr. L. Murugan.
The newly inaugurated service is poised to bring about transformative changes in connectivity, facilitating smoother travel for professionals and students while boosting economic activities, particularly in the industrial and textile sectors.
Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Modi and Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, Dr. L. Murugan highlighted the significance of this development in the region. “To our Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has provided 5 Vande Bharat trains to Tamil Nadu so far, and the Union Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and on behalf of the people of Tamil Nadu, we express my sincere gratitude,” said Dr. Murugan.
The Vande Bharat Express has become a symbol of progress and connectivity, embodying the government’s commitment to enhancing transportation infrastructure and promoting economic development. As the train sets forth on its inaugural journey, it carries not just passengers but also the aspirations of a region ready to embrace the opportunities that improved connectivity brings.