Exciting news for rail commuters as Indian Railways is set to introduce the Vande Bharat Express, a semi-high-speed train, on multiple routes throughout India. As part of this initiative, five trains featuring a distinctive blue and white color scheme will be launched this week. The upcoming launch of the Vande Bharat Express trains will include five routes: Rani Kamlapati-Jabalpur, Rani Kamlapati-Indore, KSR Bengaluru-Dharwad, Patna-Ranchi, and Mumbai CSMT-Madgaon. These trains will soon be operational, offering enhanced connectivity and convenience to passengers traveling along these important routes. The inauguration ceremony for these trains will take place today on June 27, 2023, at the Rani Kamlapati Railway Station in Bhopal, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging off the services. 

 Rani Kamlapati-Jabalpur Vande Bharat Express

The Rani Kamlapati-Jabalpur Vande Bharat Express is scheduled to run six days a week, providing frequent service for passengers. Along its journey between the two cities, the train will make stops at three stations: Narsinghpur, Piparia, and Narmadapuram. Covering a distance of 331 km, the train is expected to complete the trip in approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, ensuring efficient and swift transportation for commuters.

Rani Kamlapati-Indore Vande Bharat Express

The Rani Kamlapati-Indore Vande Bharat Express is scheduled to operate six days a week, providing regular service to passengers. During its journey, the train will make a stop at the Ujjain station. Covering a distance of approximately 218 km, the train is expected to complete the trip in less than three hours. 

KSR Bengaluru-Dharwad Vande Bharat Express

Introducing an ultra-modern train that will significantly cut down the travel time between the two cities. Commuters will now be able to cover a distance of 490 km in less than seven hours, enjoying a swift and efficient journey. The train will make scheduled stops at three railway stations along the way: Yesvantpur Junction, Davangere, and SSS Hubbali. 

Ranchi-Patna Vande Bharat Express

The upcoming new-age train, adorned in blue and white colors, will mark a significant milestone as the first of its kind for Jharkhand and Bihar. Operated and maintained by the East Central Railway (ECR) zone, this train will revolutionize travel for commuters in the region. Covering a distance of over 410 km, passengers can expect to reach their destination in less than six hours. 

Madgaon-Mumbai CSMT Vande Bharat Express

The upcoming Vande Bharat Express will be a significant milestone as it will be the first for Goa and the fourth for Maharashtra. The introduction of the blue and white color scheme will finally meet the long-standing demands of both cities. Initially, the train was scheduled to be launched on June 03, 2023. However, due to the unfortunate and tragic accident involving the Coromandel Express, the launch event had to be canceled. The safety and well-being of passengers take precedence, and the authorities made the responsible decision to prioritize the aftermath of the accident before rescheduling the launch of the Vande Bharat Express. 

Source: Financial Express