The Amrit Bharat Advantage
The Amrit Bharat Express is designed as a comfortable and affordable travel option for long-distance journeys, primarily aimed at middle-class and migrant passengers. These non-air-conditioned trains feature LHB coaches known for their safety and are
equipped with a unique 'push-pull' technology. This involves having a locomotive at both the front and rear of the train, which allows for faster acceleration and reduces overall travel time. The trains can operate at a maximum speed of 130 kmph. Onboard amenities include cushioned seating, mobile charging points for every seat, CCTV cameras for enhanced security, bio-vacuum toilets, and a passenger information system. These features aim to provide a superior experience compared to older passenger trains.
New Route: Dhanbad to Coimbatore
A major new service will connect the coal capital of Dhanbad in Jharkhand with the industrial city of Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu. This weekly service significantly improves connectivity between eastern and southern India. The train will pass through several key states and cities, including Gaya in Bihar, Prayagraj Chheoki in Uttar Pradesh, Jabalpur and Itarsi in Madhya Pradesh, Nagpur in Maharashtra, and Vijayawada and Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh, before reaching Tamil Nadu via Salem and Erode. This route is crucial for labourers, traders, and pilgrims travelling between these diverse economic and cultural regions.
Boosting Uttar Pradesh-Mumbai Connectivity
Two new services have been approved to strengthen the link between the Prayagraj region of Uttar Pradesh and Mumbai. The Subedarganj-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) weekly express will travel via major stations like Satna, Jabalpur, Itarsi, Khandwa, and Nashik Road before reaching Mumbai. Another service, the Prayagraj-Lokmanya Tilak Terminus express, will also run weekly on a similar corridor, providing another vital connection for passengers travelling to India's financial capital. These routes cater to one of the most high-density migrant corridors in the country.
Linking Prayagraj to Gujarat's Hubs
A new weekly train will connect Prayagraj with Udhna, a major station in the Surat area of Gujarat. The Prayagraj-Udhna Amrit Bharat Express will traverse through Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. Key stops along this route include Govindpuri (Kanpur), Agra, Kota, and Vadodara. This service provides a direct link for passengers travelling between the spiritual city of Prayagraj and the commercial and textile hubs of Gujarat, facilitating both business and leisure travel.
New Services from Gorakhpur
Gorakhpur, a major city in eastern Uttar Pradesh, will become a hub for two new Amrit Bharat trains. The Gorakhpur-Delhi Amrit Bharat Express will connect to the national capital via important stations like Basti, Gonda, Bareilly, and Moradabad. Another weekly train, the Gorakhpur-Bandra Terminus (Mumbai) Express, will establish a new link to Mumbai. This route will pass through Kanpur Central, Agra Fort, Kota, Ratlam, and Surat, providing a much-needed service for people from eastern UP travelling to western India for work and other opportunities.
Connecting Telangana and Uttar Pradesh
The seventh newly approved service is the Charlapalli-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express, which will operate on Fridays. This train will connect Telangana's capital region with Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. The route includes major stops such as Kazipet, Nagpur, Bhopal, Jhansi, Kanpur Central, and Lucknow, creating a vital north-south artery for passenger movement. This service enhances connectivity for students, workers, and families travelling between these rapidly developing regions.
