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India.com
9 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Indian Railways: Engineer who designed Vande Bharat Express is unhappy with Amrit Bharat Train due to….
Indian Railways: Engineer who designed Vande Bharat Express is unhappy with Amrit Bharat Train due to…. Indian Railways is planning to run 100 Amrit Bharat trains on major routes of the country. The government is promoting it heavily as a low-cost high speed train. By Joy Pillai Edited by Joy Pillai Advertisement Indian Railways: Engineer who designed Vande Bharat Express is unhappy with Amrit Bharat Train due to.... The Indian Railways has inducted its newest Amrit Bharat trains into its fleet. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently flagged off four non-AC Amrit Bharat trains, giving the gift of high-tech trains to the people after the Vande Bharat trains. The Railways is planning to run as many as 100 Amrit Bharat trains on major stations. It is a non-AC sleeper class train which has 12 sleeper class coaches and 8 general class coaches. However, former General Manager of the Integral Coach Factory, Sudhanshu Mani, the person who made the Vande Bharat Express, is not happy with the Amrit Bharat trains. According to Mani, there should be no place for such non-AC trains in developed India. According to media reports, Mani said that the time has come to decommission non-AC sleeper class trains as they do not match the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's developed India. Advertisement === 'Earlier such things were being said that the railways will make only AC trains. I liked this idea because with this, even a poor man can travel in AC. It was like Garib Rath. Today the poor do not have money, so they should be given the facility of traveling in AC at a low fare. Tomorrow, when the country develops and the poor also have money, then you can raise the rent,' he said, How Will The Loss Of Railways Be Compensated? As per Mani, poor people also deserve better facilities. Now it is shameful to talk about non-AC trains in developed India. He advocated for government intervention to improve the travel experiences of marginalised people, suggesting that the government can give the poor a chance to travel in Garib Rath or at a lower fare. Talking about the loss to Railways, he suggested that it can be compensated by trains like Vande Bharat. Advertisement === Increase Vande Bharat Trains Speed The former railway official suggested that passengers can pay a higher fare if the speed of Vande Bharat trains is increased. Currently, the average speed of Vande Bharat trains is 70 to 90 km, which can be increased to 100 to 150 km. The Amrit Bharat train is a push-pull train. This means these trains have engines on both the front and back sides. The Railway Ministry promotes Amrit Bharat trains as low-cost, high-speed trains.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Pune gets 4 new Vande Bharat trains: Check destinations and key stops
Travel to Pune is all set to get smoother and hassle-free in the coming days. As per the latest news reports, Indian Railways has announced the launch of four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Pune, which will enhance connectivity with cities like Shegaon, Vadodara, Secunderabad, and Belagavi. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With these additions, travel times will significantly come down while offering passengers a more comfortable and efficient travel experience. As of now, Pune has two operational Vande Bharat services, running on the Pune-Kolhapur and Pune-Hubballi routes. And now with the four upcoming trains, the total number of Vande Bharat Express trains originating from Pune will rise to six, marking a substantial improvement in the city's intercity connectivity. Read more: Details of the new routes are as follows: Pune–Shegaon Vande Bharat The proposed Pune–Shegaon Vande Bharat Express is expected to stop at Daund, Ahmednagar, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Jalna. This route is likely to be a boon for pilgrims and tourists, especially those heading to Shegaon, home to the famous Gajanan Maharaj Temple in Maharashtra. Pune–Vadodara Vande Bharat This high-speed connection will likely halt at Lonavala, Panvel, Vapi, and Surat, reducing the journey time between Pune and Vadodara from the usual 9 hours to around 6–7 hours. The route is expected to boost business and tourism links between Maharashtra and Gujarat. Pune–Secunderabad Vande Bharat Connecting two major IT and education hubs, this route is expected to stop at Daund, Solapur, and Gulbarga (Kalaburagi). It would help you to save 2–3 hours compared to current travel times on the same corridor. Pune–Belagavi Vande Bharat Some of the probable halts on this route will include places like Satara, Sangli, and Miraj. Belagavi is an emerging hub in Karnataka, which will now be better linked to Pune, with reduced travel hours and upgraded rail infrastructure. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fare and facilities The ticket prices for these new trains are expected to range between INR 1,500 and INR 2,000, depending on the route and class. They will come equipped with the standard features of the Vande Bharat fleet, ergonomic seating, automatic doors, onboard Wi-Fi, modern restrooms, and advanced safety systems. Pune–Nagpur Vande Bharat Sleeper also on the cards In addition to these four new routes, a Vande Bharat Sleeper train from Pune to Nagpur is also on the cards, which will mark a shift from the daytime chair car-only Vande Bharat services, introducing overnight travel with premium sleeper facilities. The proposed route is likely to appeal to passengers seeking faster overnight options within Maharashtra. Read more: Boost to tourism and regional growth Railways officials state that the introduction of these new trains is not only aimed at improving passenger convenience but also at stimulating regional development and tourism. Cities like Shegaon, Vadodara, and Secunderabad are expected to benefit from increased footfall, while business travel between Pune and industrial or IT hubs like Belagavi and Surat will get a major push. What's next? While official timetables and frequency details are yet to be confirmed, the announcement of these new services is already being welcomed by passengers and local businesses. With Vande Bharat trains known for speed, comfort, and punctuality, the expansion from Pune signals a broader push toward modernising India's intercity rail travel.
Hans India
21 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Now, book Vande Bharat seats from enroute stations
Bengaluru: In a move aimed at maximising seat occupancy and enhancing passenger convenience, Southern Railway has introduced a system upgrade allowing current booking of Vande Bharat Express trains from enroute stations up to 15 minutes before departure. The modification, effective from July 17, marks a key improvement in the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) for eight high-speed train services originating in the Southern Railway zone. Until now, passengers at intermediate stations could not access current bookings once the train had departed from its originating station. As a result, seats left vacant due to last-minute cancellations or no-shows often went unutilised. The latest update eliminates this inefficiency by unlocking those vacant seats for current booking at subsequent halts. Railway officials say the move will especially benefit passengers in tier-two cities and smaller towns where these trains have scheduled halts. It allows greater flexibility for last-minute travellers and reduces the number of unoccupied seats on premium trains. 'The system upgrade enables real-time inventory access and reflects Indian Railways' commitment to modernising operations and improving efficiency,' a senior railway official said. Passengers can avail this facility at station reservation counters or through digital platforms, depending on availability.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Somanna inspects works at Puri station
Puri: Minister of State for Railways V Somanna inspected the redevelopment works underway at Puri railway station on Sunday. He also visited the 12th-century Jagannath temple along with his family in the seaside town. 'Over the past decade, railway infrastructure in the region has seen unprecedented growth, with significant advancements in new line construction, track doubling and enhancement of passenger amenities -- far surpassing the progress of previous years,' he said. 'At present, 59 stations in the State are being redeveloped at a cost of Rs 2,379 crore,' he said. Somanna also spoke about the introduction of trains such as Vande Bharat Express, which now connect major cities of the State, boosting regional connectivity and development. He said the redeveloped Puri station will offer world-class amenities to passengers, including improved access, modern waiting halls, lifts and escalators, and executive lounges. The redevelopment aims to enhance the travel experience of pilgrims, tourists and local passengers, he added.
News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
Somanna visits Puri, inspects redevelopment works at railway station
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Puri, July 20 (PTI) Minister of State for Railways V Somanna inspected the redevelopment works underway at the Puri railway station in Odisha on Sunday. He also visited the 12th-century Jagannath temple along with his family in the seaside town. 'Over the past decade, railway infrastructure in the region has seen unprecedented growth, with significant advancements in new line construction, track doubling, and enhancement of passenger amenities — far surpassing the progress of previous years," he said. 'At present, 59 stations in the state are being redeveloped at a cost of Rs 2,379 crore," he said. Somanna also spoke about the introduction of trains such as the Vande Bharat Express, which now connect major cities of the state, boosting regional connectivity and development. He said the redeveloped Puri station will offer world-class amenities to passengers, including improved access, modern waiting halls, lifts and escalators, and executive lounges. The redevelopment aims to enhance the travel experience of pilgrims, tourists and local passengers, he added. PTI BBM BBM SOM Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
