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PM Modi Announces Nine New Vande Bharat Trains for Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled plans for the introduction of nine new Vande Bharat trains, semi-high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 160 kmph, in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. These trains, he noted, would significantly enhance connectivity, promote tourism, and spur economic growth in the two states.
A Grand Announcement in Jaipur
The announcement came during a public rally in Jaipur, where PM Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for numerous development projects exceeding Rs 9,000 crore. The new Vande Bharat trains are set to connect Jaipur with various cities in Rajasthan, including Delhi, Ajmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Kota. Additionally, they will link Bhopal, Indore, and Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh.
Next-Level Travel Experience
PM Modi emphasized the numerous advantages passengers would enjoy aboard the Vande Bharat trains. These modern marvels are equipped with state-of-the-art features, including automatic doors, bio-vacuum toilets, CCTV cameras, GPS-based passenger information systems, Wi-Fi, and LED lighting. He underscored that these trains symbolize self-reliance and innovation, as they are conceived and produced in India.
Inaugurating Rajasthan's Maiden Vande Bharat Train
During his address, PM Modi flagged off Rajasthan's inaugural Vande Bharat train, set to operate on the Ajmer-Delhi Cantonment route. He celebrated this train for completing the journey an hour faster than the current fastest train on the route. He also hinted at another Vande Bharat train shortly commencing service between Jaipur and Delhi.
A Boost for Madhya Pradesh
PM Modi revealed that Madhya Pradesh would welcome four new Vande Bharat trains. Two of these were already flagged off on Tuesday, departing from Bhopal's Rani Kamalapati Railway Station. These trains will ply the routes between Bhopal and Indore, as well as Bhopal and Jabalpur. Notably, these trains will reduce travel times significantly - from three hours to two hours between Bhopal and Indore and from six hours to four hours between Bhopal and Jabalpur.
Enhanced Connectivity and Educational Hub Development
Two additional Vande Bharat trains will serve Madhya Pradesh by connecting Indore and Kota, along with Jabalpur and Kota. These trains are expected to bolster connectivity between Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan while contributing to Kota's development as an educational hub.
A Vision of World-Class Railways
PM Modi positioned the launch of these new Vande Bharat trains as part of his government's vision to transform Indian Railways into a world-class network. He highlighted his administration's substantial investment of over Rs 13 lakh crore in the railways over the past seven years - more than double the amount invested by previous governments over 70 years.
Enhancing Railway Infrastructure and Services
The Prime Minister emphasized his government's commitment to improving railway infrastructure and services in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. Initiatives include track electrification, line doubling, the construction of new stations, bridges, and tunnels, expanding metro rail projects, introducing Kisan Rail for farmers, and offering free Wi-Fi at stations.
A Plea to Benefit from the Vande Bharat Trains
PM Modi appealed to the people of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh to take full advantage of the new Vande Bharat trains and support the government's endeavors to establish India as a global leader in transportation.
Booking Options for Vande Bharat Trains
For those interested in booking tickets for Vande Bharat trains - which currently operate on the Delhi to Varanasi and Delhi to Katra routes - various convenient options are available:
- Tickets can be purchased at Indian Railways' station counters, where payment can be made by cash or card, and a printed ticket will be provided.
- Online booking via the IRCTC web portal, irctc.co.in, is another option. This platform allows users to register and log in, input trip details, select the desired Vande Bharat train, choose seating preferences and class, complete the payment, and obtain an e-ticket.
- The IRCTC Rail Connect app, accessible on Android and iOS devices, offers a mobile booking alternative. Users can download the app from the Google Play Store or App Store, create an account or log in, enter trip details, select the Vande Bharat train, choose seats and class, make payment, and receive an e-ticket.
- Additionally, travelers can visit their websites or download their apps, enter trip information, select the preferred Vande Bharat train, indicate seating preferences and class, complete the payment process, and secure an e-ticket.
