Vande Bharat Resumes Bengaluru-Hyderabad Route

• SCR reinstates Friday Yesvantpur-Kacheguda Vande Bharat due to passenger demand.
• Train covers 612 km, 6 stops, Exec & AC Chair Car; check official site for fares.
• PM Modi launched Bengaluru-Belagavi Vande Bharat and metro projects in Bengaluru.

Bengaluru/Hyderabad: The South Central Railway (SCR) has reinstated the Friday service of the Yesvantpur–Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express, reversing its

earlier decision to cancel it on that day. This change comes after consistent requests from passengers seeking weekend connectivity between Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

Bengaluru-Hyderabad Vande Bharat: Routes and Timings

The Yesvantpur–Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express operates six days a week, including Fridays. Train No. 20703 departs from Kacheguda at 5:45 AM and arrives at Yesvantpur at 2:00 PM. The return service, Train No. 20704, leaves Yesvantpur at 2:45 PM and reaches Kacheguda at 11:00 PM. The total journey covers approximately 612 km, with six scheduled stops along the route.

Bengaluru-Hyderabad Vande Bharat: Fare Details

The train offers two classes of travel: Executive Class and AC Chair Car. While specific fare details are subject to change, passengers can expect competitive pricing comparable to other premium services on similar routes. For the most accurate and up-to-date fare information, it's advisable to check the official Indian Railways website or authorised ticketing platforms.

The initial decision to cancel the Friday service was made to accommodate maintenance schedules. However, the SCR acknowledged the strong demand from passengers who rely on the train for weekend travel between Bengaluru and Hyderabad. In response, the railway zone has adjusted its maintenance plans to ensure the train operates as per the original schedule, including Fridays.

PM Modi Inaugurates Metro Projects and Vande Bharat Services from Bengaluru

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Bengaluru, inaugurated the third phase of Namma Metro and laid the foundation for metro projects worth around Rs 22,800 crore. He also flagged off the Bengaluru–Belagavi Vande Bharat Express and virtually inaugurated services from Amritsar to Katra and Nagpur to Pune, equipped with world-class amenities.

Speaking on India’s growth journey, he highlighted the economy’s rise to the fifth largest globally and the expansion of metro networks to 24 cities. Modi also praised the success of Operation Sindoor, attributing it to India’s technological strength and Make in India defence capabilities.