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PM Modi Inaugurates 6 Vande Bharat, 2 Amrit Bharat Trains Virtually

Prime Minister Modi inaugurated six new Vande Bharat trains, including routes connecting iconic destinations like Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Amritsar. Additionally, two Amrit Bharat services were launched, enhancing connectivity to places like Sitamarhi and Bengaluru. The initiatives aim to bolster rail connectivity and ease travel across India.

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In a significant move aimed at enhancing India's rail connectivity, Prime Minister Modi virtually inaugurated the launch of six new Vande Bharat trains and two Amrit Bharat services. The ceremony marked a crucial step in bolstering transportation networks across the country. Among the newly launched Vande Bharat trains are routes connecting iconic destinations like Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Amritsar, Coimbatore, Mangalore, Jalna, and Ayodhya.

The introduction of these new services extends beyond mere transportation facilitation; it carries a symbolic significance too. For instance, the Amrit Bharat Express, linking Ayodhya to Sitamarhi in Bihar, holds cultural value as it connects to the birthplace of Sita Mata. Another Amrit Bharat Express from Malda to Bengaluru also commenced operations, expanding connectivity across different regions of the country.

The schedule details of the Anand Vihar-Ayodhya Vande Bharat route were elucidated during the inauguration. The train originating from Anand Vihar Terminal and passing through Kanpur, Lucknow, and Ayodhya offers a comprehensive travel option for commuters. The return journey, marked by the 22425 Vande Bharat Express leaving Ayodhya at 3:15 pm, aims at improving efficiency and travel convenience.

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Furthermore, insights into the Jalna-Mumbai Vande Bharat trains were provided, highlighting strategic stops at various crucial junctions. These trains, navigating through cities like Aurangabad, Manmad Junction, Nasik Road, Kalyan Junction, Thane, and Dadar before reaching CSMT in Mumbai, are expected to streamline travel in Maharashtra.

Despite the significance of these developments, specific fare structures for these new services were not disclosed at the time of the inauguration. However, the expansion of Vande Bharat services, especially in Maharashtra, holds promise for increased economic activity and smoother transportation across the region. The initiative not only focuses on commuter convenience but also underscores the economic and cultural significance of the regions being connected.

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