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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off six new Vande Bharat Express trains on Sunday, September 15, 2024, during his visit to Tatanagar, Jharkhand. This launch is part of a significant infrastructure push aimed at enhancing connectivity and boosting regional development.
The new Vande Bharat trains will connect various key destinations across India, improving travel options for commuters and facilitating quicker journeys. Here’s a detailed look at the new services:
Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week
- Schedule: Departing Tatanagar at 6:00 AM, arriving in Patna at 1:00 PM. The return journey leaves Patna at 3:00 PM and reaches Tatanagar at 11:00 PM.
- Journey Time: Approximately 7 hours
Deoghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week, excluding Tuesdays
- Route: Via Kiul-Gaya, with a stop at Nawada
- Schedule: Details of departure and arrival times will be announced closer to the launch.
Tatanagar-Berhampur Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week, excluding Tuesdays
- Significance: This will be the fourth Vande Bharat Express service for Odisha.
Bhagalpur-Dumka-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week
- Route: Connecting Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
Gaya-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week, excluding Thursdays
- Route: Via Koderma, Parasnath, Dhanbad, Asansol, and Durgapur
- Schedule: Departure and arrival timings to be confirmed.
Rourkela-Howrah Vande Bharat Express Details
- Operation: Six days a week
The new Vande Bharat trains are expected to enhance travel efficiency, cut journey times, and support economic and tourism growth across the regions they serve. As of September 14, 2024, the Vande Bharat fleet, comprising 54 trains and 108 services, has completed around 36,000 trips and carried over 3.17 crore passengers.
For fare details and specific timings, passengers are advised to check the official Indian Railways website or contact customer service. This expansion aligns with the government's ongoing commitment to improving national transportation infrastructure.