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This article covers the launch of four new Vande Bharat trains by Prime Minister Modi, including details about routes and travel times.
This morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched four Vande Bharat trains from platform number eight at Banaras (Manduwadih) railway station in Varanasi. One of the trains will run from Banaras to Khajuraho.
This marks the eighth Vande Bharat train for Varanasi. The new trains will operate on the Banaras-Khajuraho, Lucknow-Saharanpur, Ferozepur-Delhi, and Ernakulam-Bengaluru routes, making travel faster and easier.
The Banaras-Khajuraho Vande Bharat Express will reduce travel time by about 2 hours and 40 minutes compared to current special trains. It will connect important religious sites like Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Chitrakoot. The Lucknow-Saharanpur train will cover the distance in about 7 hours and 45 minutes, benefiting commuters from several cities. The Firozpur-Delhi train will be the fastest on its route, while the Ernakulam-Bengaluru train will save over 2 hours for passengers.
During the launch, Prime Minister Modi was welcomed by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav. The new Vande Bharat trains feature advanced technology for a better travel experience and are designed to be environmentally friendly.
The Vande Bharat train to Khajuraho is carrying 520 school children and other guests. Some trains at Banaras station have been rescheduled due to the event, including the Banaras-Dehradun and Banaras-LTT trains, with updates available on the National Train Inquiry System.
Summary:
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- Prime Minister Modi launched four new Vande Bharat trains today.
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- The trains will significantly reduce travel times across multiple routes.
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- Key routes include Banaras-Khajuraho and Lucknow-Saharanpur.
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- The trains have advanced features and a focus on environmental safety.
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- Some existing trains have been rescheduled due to the launch event.
