Indian Railways is expanding its Amrit Bharat Express network with nine new trains. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw made this exciting announcement recently. These new services will strengthen long-distance passenger connectivity across the country.
New Routes Connect Key States
The upcoming Amrit Bharat Express trains will link West Bengal and Assam with several important states. These include Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. This expansion aims to improve inter-state rail links significantly.
Since their initial launch in December 2023, thirty Amrit Bharat Express services have already started operations. The network continues to grow with these additional routes.
Complete List of New Amrit Bharat Express Trains
- Guwahati (Kamakhya) – Rohtak Amrit Bharat Express
- Dibrugarh – Lucknow (Gomti Nagar) Amrit Bharat Express
- New Jalpaiguri – Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Express
- New Jalpaiguri – Tiruchirappalli Amrit Bharat Express
- Alipurduar – SMVT Bengaluru Amrit Bharat Express
- Alipurduar – Mumbai (Panvel) Amrit Bharat Express
- Kolkata (Santragachi) – Tambaram Amrit Bharat Express
- Kolkata (Howrah) – Anand Vihar Terminal Amrit Bharat Express
- Kolkata (Sealdah) – Banaras Amrit Bharat Express
Affordable Travel for All
Introduced as a special offering during the Amrit Kaal period, these trains provide non-air-conditioned sleeper-class travel. They maintain affordable fares for long-distance journeys. Ticket prices average around Rs 500 per 1,000 kilometers. Shorter and medium-distance trips cost proportionately less.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of these new services. He posted on social media platform X that the trains mark a significant step toward improving passenger comfort and connectivity. He also noted their potential to boost commerce and tourism across connected regions.
Modern Features and Facilities
Amrit Bharat Express trains come equipped with numerous passenger-friendly features. These include foldable snack tables, mobile phone holders, and bottle holders. Radium floor strips enhance safety during night travel.
Passengers enjoy comfortable seating and berths. Modern toilets feature electro-pneumatic flushing systems. The trains incorporate fire-suppression mechanisms for added safety.
Special provisions exist for divyangjan (differently-abled) passengers. Fast charging points keep devices powered throughout the journey. Pantry cars provide food and beverage services.
Advanced Train Technology
The Amrit Bharat Express operates as a push-pull train. This technology enables faster acceleration and deceleration. The trains can reach maximum speeds of 130 kilometers per hour.
These services use non-air-conditioned coaches. They combine general and second-class sleeper coaches. Indian Railways plans further developments in the coming months.
The upcoming Amrit Bharat 3.0 version will include air-conditioned coaches. This expansion continues the railways' commitment to connecting regions separated by geography and opportunity.
