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Karnataka has received exciting news about the expansion of the Vande Bharat Express train services. Belgaum MP Jagadish Shettar confirmed that a new high-speed Vande Bharat train will soon operate between Belgaum and Bengaluru. This development comes after continuous requests for improving connectivity between Bengaluru and the northern regions of Karnataka were addressed by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav.
Fulfilling a long-standing demand
The decision to start the Vande Bharat Express service between Belgaum and Bengaluru is a big step for Karnataka's transportation network. MP Jagadish Shettar said that this move will meet a long-time demand of the people and help connect different parts of the state. It will make travel easier and more convenient. The new train service will begin from Belgaum in the morning, reach Bengaluru during the day, and return to Belgaum by night. This schedule will allow travelers to complete their journey in a single day.
Gratitude to the central government
MP Jagadish Shettar expressed his happiness and thanked the central government for approving the new train. He said, "It is a matter of great joy that Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnav has given the necessary approval/order for running a new Vande Bharat Express train from Belgaum to Bengaluru, in response to our demand for extending the Vande Bharat Express service currently running between Bengaluru and Dharwad to Belgaum city."
He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav, Union Food and Civil Supplies Minister Prahlad Joshi, and Union Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna for their support in making this train possible.
Enhancing Karnataka's rail connectivity
This new addition to the Vande Bharat Express network follows many meetings and talks among Union Ministers. It shows the central government's commitment to improving train services in Karnataka. The new Belgaum-Bengaluru route is part of a larger plan to improve the state's transportation system. It will help regular travelers, businesspeople, and tourists.
List of Vande Bharat Express trains in Karnataka
With the Belgaum-Bengaluru route added, Karnataka now has 12 Vande Bharat Express trains. These fast and comfortable trains connect many important cities and states. Here is the list:Here are the latest available timings for the Vande Bharat Express trains operating in and through Karnataka:
1. KSR Bengaluru - Dharwad Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20661)
Departure: KSR Bengaluru at 05:45 hrs
Arrival: Dharwad at 12:10 hrs
Journey Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
2. Mysuru - MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20608)
Departure: Mysuru at 13:05 hrs
Arrival: MGR Chennai Central at 19:20 hrs
Journey Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
3. Yesvantpur - Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20704)
Departure: Yesvantpur at 14:45 hrs
Arrival: Kacheguda at 23:00 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
4. Bengaluru Cantonment - Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20641)
Departure: Bengaluru Cantonment at 14:20 hrs
Arrival: Coimbatore at 20:40 hrs
Journey Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
5. Mangaluru Central - Madgaon Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20646)
Departure: Mangaluru Central at 08:30 hrs
Arrival: Madgaon at 13:10 hrs
Journey Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
6. Kasaragod - Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20633)
Departure: Kasaragod at 14:30 hrs
Arrival: Thiruvananthapuram Central at 22:40 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
7. Kalaburagi - SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 22231)
Departure: Kalaburagi at 05:15 hrs
Arrival: SMVT Bengaluru at 14:00 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 45 minutes
8. SMVT Bengaluru - Kalaburagi Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 22232)
Departure: SMVT Bengaluru at 14:40 hrs
Arrival: Kalaburagi at 23:30 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 50 minutes
9. SMVT Bengaluru - MGR Chennai Central Vande Bharat Express
Departure: SMVT Bengaluru at 00:15 hrs
Arrival: MGR Chennai Central at approximately 04:39 hrs
Journey Time: Approximately 4 hours 24 minutes
10. Bengaluru Cantonment - Madurai Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20672)
Departure: Bengaluru Cantonment at 13:30 hrs
Arrival: Madurai at 21:40 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
11. SSS Hubballi - Pune Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 20669)
Departure: SSS Hubballi at 05:00 hrs
Arrival: Pune at 13:30 hrs
Journey Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
12. Belgaum - Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express
Status: Newly announced; detailed schedule yet to be released.
These trains have helped passengers by saving travel time and offering a smoother journey. They connect major cities inside Karnataka and also with nearby states.
A step towards modern transportation
The launch of the Vande Bharat Express between Belgaum and Bengaluru is a proud moment for Karnataka. It is not just about a new train; it is about moving toward better and faster travel. With modern features, quicker travel, and more comfort, these trains are changing how people move across the state.
The support and efforts of the central government and state leaders have made this possible. Their teamwork has opened new opportunities for travel and development. This new route will help people travel for work, education, healthcare, and tourism.
As Karnataka grows, fast train services like the Vande Bharat Express will become more important. They will support economic growth, attract more tourists, and connect people from different parts of the state. The Belgaum-Bengaluru route will soon become a key part of this improved network, offering better travel to thousands of passengers every day.
