Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off India’s first-ever Vande Bharat sleeper train, marking a major milestone in the country’s railway modernisation drive. The historic launch took place at Malda Town station in West Bengal, connecting Howrah with Guwahati via an overnight, fully air-conditioned service designed for long-distance travel….
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Vande Bharat Express: Transforming Inter-City Rail Travel in India
As India moves steadily towards its vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047, modern and efficient mobility has emerged as a key driver of economic growth and social integration. In this transformation, the Vande Bharat Express has become a flagship initiative of Indian Railways, redefining inter-city rail travel through…
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No RAC, 400-km Minimum Fare for Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
Indian Railways has formally notified the fare structure for the upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper Express trains, introducing a major shift in long-distance rail travel. The premium overnight service will operate without the Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) facility and will charge passengers a minimum fare equivalent to a 400-kilometre journey, regardless…
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Vande Bharat Express Carries 7.5 Crore Passengers Since 2019
New Delhi: The Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a symbol of India’s modern railway transformation, carrying more than 7.5 crore passengers since its launch in February 2019. With 164 services now operational across the country, the semi-high-speed train has redefined long-distance and intercity travel by offering faster, safer, and…
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1.5 Crore Travel on Indian Railways During Festival
Indian Railways has successfully transported over 1.5 crore passengers so far during the festive season, with numbers expected to exceed 2.5 crore by the end of the celebrations. To manage the influx efficiently, 30 major railway stations in Bihar and adjoining areas of Uttar Pradesh have been equipped with large…