India’s Rail Network Expands With 9 New Amrit Bharat Express Trains

India adds 9 new Amrit Bharat Express trains connecting Assam, Bengal, Bihar, UP, and Delhi. These low-fare sleeper trains boost travel, connectivity, jobs, education, and reduce crowding on other trains.

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Amrit Bharat Express Update:

India’s rail network makes headlines as nine new Amrit Bharat Express trains are introduced, linking states such as Assam, Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and others, significantly easing long-distance travel across the country.

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What is the Amrit Bharat Express?

It's a non-AC, long-distance sleeper train for common people. Its main appeal is the low fare, about ₹500 per 1000 km, making long trips affordable.

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Where will the 9 new trains go?

They'll connect India's east, north, west, and south. Routes include Guwahati-Rohtak, Dibrugarh-Lucknow, NJP-Nagercoil, and more.

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How were they launched?

• PM Modi flagged them off at various events.
• Some were launched virtually from Assam.
• This boosts connectivity between states like Assam, Bengal, Bihar, and UP.

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Benefits for passengers?

Low-fare long-distance travel

1. Direct links for small towns
2. New job & education opportunities
3. Less crowding on other trains

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How many Amrit Bharat trains are running so far?

Since launching in Dec 2023, 30 Amrit Bharat Express trains have started. With 9 new ones, the network is now even stronger.

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More than just trains

During his tour, PM Modi also launched the Kaziranga project in Assam, which is vital for wildlife safety, fewer road accidents, and boosting eco-tourism.