Indian Railways to Launch 11th Vande Bharat Express Train from Bhopal to New Delhi

Indian Railways is all set to introduce another Vande Bharat Express train from April 1, running between Bhopal and New Delhi. The new train being introduced between Rani Kamlapati Railway station, Bhopal and New Delhi Railway Station will be the eleventh Vande Bharat train in the country.

Indian Railways has been striving to provide a world-class passenger experience to its commuters. The introduction of Vande Bharat Express trains is a step in that direction. These trains are the country’s first semi-high-speed trains equipped with world-class passenger amenities. With the launch of the eleventh Vande Bharat Express train, travelling between Bhopal and New Delhi will be faster, more comfortable, and more convenient.

The New Vande Bharat Express Train

According to the Railways Ministry, the Delhi-Bhopal Vande Bharat Express will have a travel time of over seven hours, covering a distance of 709 km via Agra Cantt station. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the new Vande Bharat Express train at Rani Kamalapati station in Bhopal on April 1.

Schedule

The proposed schedule states that the Vande Bharat Express will leave Rani Kamlapati Railway station at 5.55 am, stop at Agra Cantt railway station for five minutes and arrive at New Delhi at 1.45 pm. On the return journey, the Vande Bharat train will depart from New Delhi at 2.45 pm, reach Agra Cantt at 4.45 pm and terminate at Rani Kamlapati railway station at 10.45 pm.

Faster than the Shatabdi Express

The Vande Bharat Express, which is said to offer a redefined passenger travel experience in the country, will be faster than the Shatabdi Express by an hour. It can achieve high speeds and reduces the journey time by 25 to 45 percent.

State-of-the-Art Passenger Amenities

The indigenously designed train set of Vande Bharat Express is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities. The train has aerodynamically designed driver cabins at both ends, enabling quicker turn-around time at destinations.

It also has a GPS-based passenger information system, onboard Wi-Fi and infotainment, bio-vacuum toilets, rotational seats which can be aligned in the direction of travel, and disabled-friendly toilets. The train also has CCTV cameras for enhanced security and LED lighting to save energy.

Boost to Tourism and Economic Development

The introduction of the new Vande Bharat Express train is expected to boost tourism and promote economic development in the region. The train will provide faster connectivity between Bhopal and New Delhi, making it easier for people to travel for business or leisure. The improved connectivity can also lead to the development of new industries in the region.

Conclusion

The introduction of the new Vande Bharat Express train is a positive step towards providing world-class passenger amenities to rail users in India. The train is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities, making it faster, more comfortable, and more convenient. The launch of the eleventh Vande Bharat Express train is a testament to the success of this initiative by the Indian Railways.

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