The Union government has given the green signal for a new Vande Bharat train that will connect Ernakulam and Bengaluru, and it is all set to launch soon. This new announcement brings a sigh of relief to people of both Karnataka and Kerala, as it will make travel easier and smoother, especially during the festive season. Scroll down for more details.
Ernakulam-Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express Train
On Wednesday, October 8, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw made an official announcement via X (formerly Twitter), revealing that a virtual meeting was held with the BJP Kerala team and district presidents. During the meeting, it was shared that Rajeev Chandrasekhar’s proposal for a Vande Bharat Express between Ernakulam and Bengaluru has been approved and is expected to launch by mid-November.
The Railway authorities are also operating 488 festive special trains in Kerala to ease travel for passengers during the festive season. The announcement of new train services has brought a sense of relief among Kerala people as they have been requesting more trains on this busy route, reported India TV.
Relief During Festive Seasons
During the festive season, travel between Kerala and Bengaluru increases significantly. However, passengers often face frustration due to soaring fares charged by private bus operators, which sometimes force many to cancel or postpone their plans. The new Vande Bharat train is expected to ease this burden by offering a faster, more comfortable, and affordable alternative. This service will mark the third Vande Bharat train operating to Kerala as well.
Apart from this, the railway authorities are also planning to launch Vande Bharat Sleeper trains. The first train is all set to launch before Diwali between New Delhi and Patna. According to India TV, the second train is currently under production and will be ready soon. Authorities plan to launch both Vande Bharat Sleeper trains together, providing more premium travel options for passengers. We are definitely excited for these new launches.
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Cover Image Courtesy: X/ @AshwiniVaishnaw