Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Vande Bharat Express trains via videoconferencing, enhancing connectivity between key cities in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. These state-of-the-art trains, a testament to the ‘Make in India‘ initiative, will significantly reduce travel time and boost tourism, employment, and economic growth in these regions.
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Key Points:
- The new Vande Bharat trains enhance connectivity to important cities and historic towns. For instance, the Temple City of Madurai is now connected to the IT City of Bengaluru.
- The Chennai—Nagercoil route is set to benefit students, farmers, and IT professionals significantly.
- Increased tourism in regions connected by the Vande Bharat trains is expected to spur business growth and employment opportunities.
- The Meerut-Lucknow route now sees reduced travel times, improving access to the state capital.
- The National Capital Region (NCR) exemplifies PM Gati-Shakti’s vision for transforming the country’s infrastructure with modern trains, an expansive network of expressways, and improved air services.
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Background:
- The Meerut City – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express will save passengers around one hour compared to the current fastest train on this route.
- The Chennai Egmore – Nagercoil and Madurai – Bengaluru Vande Bharat trains will reduce travel times by over two hours and around one hour and 30 minutes, respectively.
- These new trains offer world-class travel experiences with enhanced speed and comfort, catering to the needs of regular travellers, professionals, businesses, and the student community in Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
Conclusion:
The introduction of these three Vande Bharat Express trains marks a significant milestone in modernising India’s rail network, showcasing the government’s commitment to enhancing connectivity and infrastructure. These new routes are poised to benefit passengers and promote regional development, aligning with the vision of a self-reliant and prosperous India.
Source: PIB – Press Release | Featured Image Credit (representational): ECoR
