Vande Bharat Express

January 9, 2025 10:32 AM

Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express to commence operations soon; final safety inspection begins on 111 km Katra-Banihal rail section

In a major boost to connectivity, the much-awaited Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express is set to begin operations soon, significantly reducing travel time between the two cities to just three hours and ten minutes. The final safety inspection of the 111 km long Katra-Banihal section, part of the newly constructed Jammu division, has commenced. This section is crucial as it links Jammu with the Kashmir Valley, bringing the long-pending dream of seamless rail connectivity to reality. The Jammu s...

January 3, 2025 3:10 PM

Vande Bharat sleeper trains set to revolutionize long-distance rail travel with 180 km/h speed and luxury

The introduction of Vande Bharat sleeper trains marks a transformative leap for Indian Railways, extending its world-class travel experience to long-distance commuters. Following the success of Vande Bharat Express chair car trains on short and medium distances, the sleeper variant is now being tested to offer a similar combination of speed, safety, and luxury for longer routes. These trials, conducted at a peak speed of 180 km per hour, signify a new era in rail travel for commuters. The suc...

September 17, 2024 12:44 PM

PM Modi virtually inaugurates Durg-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat express

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Durg-Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express train from Raipur railway station on Monday. The new express train is set to revolutionize travel between the two cities, reducing the journey time from the previous 11-12 hours to a mere 8 hours. Loco pilot J.D. Navrengay said that the train can reach a top speed of 160 km/h and is equipped with advanced safety features. "It's a matter of national pride," he said, stressing the train's modern amen...