New Delhi: On Sunday, September 24, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off nine new Vande Bharat Express trains via video conferencing. This brings the total number of semi-high-speed trains in India to 34.
The new Vande Bharat Express trains will connect major cities in 11 states, namely Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Bihar, West Bengal, Kerala, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Gujarat. These trains are expected to boost tourism and economic activity in the regions they serve.
“Nine Vande Bharat Express trains being launched today will significantly improve connectivity as well as boost tourism across India”, tweeted PM Modi.
Prime Minister Modi said that the Vande Bharat Express trains are a symbol of India’s progress and development. He said that the trains are a testament to the government’s commitment to providing better transportation facilities to the people of India.
The Vande Bharat Express trains are one of the most prestigious projects of the Indian government. The trains are manufactured in India and are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The trains have a top speed of 160 km/h and can cover long distances in a short period of time.
The Vande Bharat Express trains are also equipped with a number of passenger-friendly features, such as comfortable seats, charging points for electronic devices, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The trains also have a special coach for people with disabilities.
The flagging off of the nine new Vande Bharat Express trains is a significant milestone in the development of India’s railway network. These trains will provide a better travel experience to passengers and will help to boost tourism and economic activity in the regions they serve.
The trains have a top speed of 160 km/h and can cover long distances in a short period of time. This is a significant improvement over conventional trains, which typically have a top speed of around 100 km/h.
The trains are equipped with comfortable seats, charging points for electronic devices, and Wi-Fi connectivity. This makes the journey more comfortable and enjoyable for passengers. The trains have a special coach for people with disabilities. This makes the trains more accessible to all passengers.
The flagging off of the nine new Vande Bharat Express trains is a significant milestone in the development of India’s railway network. These trains will provide a better travel experience to passengers and will help to boost tourism and economic activity in the regions they serve.
The Vande Bharat Express trains are a symbol of India’s progress and development. They are a testament to the government’s commitment to providing better transportation facilities to the people of India.