Indias New Amrit Bharat Trains Begin Service From Bihar
India, a significant leap in its railway network was achieved on July 18, with the virtual flag-off of four Amrit Bharat trains by the Prime Minister from Motihari, Bihar. These new services are set to revolutionize travel, aiming for faster, cheaper, and more comfortable journeys, particularly benefiting the common person and migrant workforce. Designed with enhanced amenities, these trains will significantly boost regional connectivity and cater to high-demand routes, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s ongoing modernization of its railway system.
Bihar, the Rajendra Nagar Station platform in Patna was alive with a festive atmosphere as local artistes performed and school students gathered. Essay competition winners on “Commonman’s rail” had the special opportunity to ride the inaugural train, highlighting the initiative’s focus on public benefit. The Amrit Bharat train from Patna to New Delhi was among the four flagged off, symbolizing improved connectivity for the region.
Bihar, three of these new Amrit Bharat trains originate from here, with the fourth departing from Malda in West Bengal. The newly launched services include key routes such as Patna to New Delhi, Bapudham Motihari to Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi), Darbhanga to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar), and Malda Town to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar) via Bhagalpur. These routes were strategically chosen based on the substantial demand for passenger movement, especially for the large workforce regularly commuting to major cities.
The 22-coach non-AC Amrit Bharat Express trains are equipped with a Push-Pull loco system, enabling a maximum speed of 130 kmph with efficient operation. Unlike the fully AC Vande Bharat trains, which have higher fares, Amrit Bharat trains are specifically designed for the masses. They offer comfortable berths, mobile charging points for each seat, passenger information systems, and LED lighting, providing enhanced amenities at a much lower fare. The railways plan to introduce 50 Amrit Bharat trains across the country in the next two years, ensuring wider accessibility and impact on numerous cities.
Across India, these new Amrit Bharat services mark a substantial advancement in providing modern, affordable, and comfortable rail travel for all citizens. Their focus on high-demand routes and enhanced passenger amenities promises to significantly transform daily commutes and long-distance journeys for a vast population, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to inclusive infrastructure development.
