Vande Bharat Express recent update: In a major relief for Sabarimala pilgrims, the Vande Bharat Express will now have a halt at Chengannur railway station in Kerala. The decision was taken by the Railway Ministry after considering the demands of pilgrims and local residents.
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The Vande Bharat Express is one of the fastest trains in India, and it covers the distance between Thiruvananthapuram and Kasargod in just four hours. The new halt at Chengannur will make it easier for pilgrims to reach the Sabarimala temple, as per a report carried by the Financial Express.
Kasaragod -Thruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express
The Vande Bharat Express, Train No. 20634/20633, made its first scheduled stop at Chengannur station in Kerala on Monday, October 23, 2023, at 6:55 AM. The train was warmly welcomed by the locals and railway officials, and it has now been allocated a designated stop at Chengannur. This is a significant development for Sabarimala pilgrims, as it will make it easier for them to reach the temple by train.
Vande Bharat Express To Depart Five Minutes Earlier From Thiruvananthapuram
The Vande Bharat Express train departing from Thiruvananthapuram Central station at 5:20 AM will now begin its journey five minutes earlier, at 5:15 AM. As a result, the train’s arrival times at other stations will also be five minutes earlier.
Kasaragod – Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express: Revised Timings:
Station | Arrival Time | |—|—|—| |
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Thiruvananthapuram Central | 5:15 AM |
Kollam | 6:03 AM |
Chengannur | 6:53 AM |
Kottayam | 7:27 AM |
Ernakulam Town | 8:25 AM |
Vande Bharat Express: New Route Significance
The new timings are expected to benefit passengers, as it will give them more time to reach the station and board the train. It will also make it easier for passengers to connect with other trains and buses at other stations.
The Vande Bharat Express is one of the fastest trains in India, and it covers the distance between Thiruvananthapuram and Kasargod in just four hours. The train is equipped with a variety of modern amenities, including comfortable seats, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and infotainment systems.
The Vande Bharat Express is a popular choice for travelers, and the new timings are expected to make it even more popular. If you are planning to travel on the Vande Bharat Express, be sure to check the revised timings before booking your tickets.
Vande Bharat Express Trains For Festive Season
To meet the expected demand, the Indian Railways has announced a series of special trains. These trains will run on some of the busiest routes in the country, including those to the eastern and northeastern regions.
Currently, there are six regular Vande Bharat Express trains running from Delhi to Varanasi, Katra, Amb Andaura (Himachal Pradesh), Ajmer, Dehradun, and Rani Kamlapati (Bhopal). All of these trains run only six days a week, so there is no shortage of available rakes for special trains.
