Mumbai: In a move to enhance passenger convenience, the Indian Railways has announced the launch of two new Vande Bharat Express trains on the Central Railway route. The demand for a Vande Bharat on the Mumbai-Kolhapur route has been high ever since these high-speed trains debuted on routes like Mumbai-Solapur and Mumbai-Shirdi.
Ever since the Vande Bharat Train has commenced There is demand for the train from Kolhapur. Addressing the growing passenger demand, the Mumbai-Kolhapur Vande Bharat Express is finally getting the green Signal from Indian Railways. Additionally, the Pune-Vadodara route will also see the introduction of a Vande Bharat train. This expansion will provide faster connectivity to religious destinations like Tuljapur, Akkalkot, Solapur (via Shirdi), and now Kolhapur, proving to be a boon for devotees visiting these places.
The Pune-Vadodara route will be graced by the Vande Bharat, making it the Fastest train available with indian railways. connecting Maharashtra and Gujarat. According to railway sources, the Pune-Vadodara Vande Bharat Express will run via Vasai Road.
Maharashtra Leads the Vande Bharat Charge: Currently, Maharashtra boasts the highest number of operational Vande Bharat trains in the country. With the addition of these two new routes, the number of Vande Bharat trains in Maharashtra will increase from 6 to 8. Presently, Vande Bharat trains operate on routes connecting Mumbai Central to Gandhinagar (Gujarat), CSMT to Madgaon (Goa), CSMT to Shirdi, CSMT to Solapur, and CSMT to Jalna.
Bihar Gets Two New Vande Bharat Routes: Two new Vande Bharat trains will soon be operational on routes originating from Patna, the capital of Bihar. One train will connect Patna to Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, while the other will link Patna with New Jalpaiguri Junction in Siliguri, West Bengal.
Kolhapur Gears Up for Faster Darshan! Vande Bharat Express to Connect City with Mumbai
The Announcement of Vande Bharat Express train connecting Mumbai and Kolhapur has sparked joy in the Kolhapur . This high-speed train service will significantly reduce travel time between the two cities, making it easier and faster for devotees across Maharashtra to visit the revered Kolhapur Mahalakshmi Temple (Ambabai Temple).
This exciting development comes on the heels of the upcoming inauguration of the new Kolhapur Airport terminal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 10th. These advancements in connectivity position Kolhapur as a rising center for both business and tourism. The faster travel time offered by the Vande Bharat Express is expected to provide a significant boost to the city’s tourism industry, allowing devotees to plan shorter trips for seeking blessings at Ambabai.
With These developents Kolhapur is poised for a surge in economic activity. This improved accessibility will not only benefit religious tourism but also attract business travelers and entrepreneurs, further propelling Kolhapur’s growth trajectory.
Vande Bharat: A Symbol of Technological Advancement: The Vande Bharat train is an indigenous, semi-high-speed train equipped with state-of-the-art amenities. It boasts a maximum speed of 180 kilometers per hour and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 52 seconds. Passengers can enjoy features like LED TVs, Wi-Fi, a GPS-based passenger information system, bio-vacuum toilets, and air suspension for a comfortable journey.