To improve travel facilities for everyday passengers, Indian Railways is set to launch 9 new Amrit Bharat Express trains on 9 different routes. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav shared this news on Tuesday.
These trains will make train journeys more affordable, convenient, and comfortable for passengers from states like West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.
Routes of the New Amrit Bharat Express Trains
The new Amrit Bharat Express trains will run on the following routes:
Guwahati (Kamakhya) – Rohtak
Dibrugarh – Lucknow (Gomti Nagar)
New Jalpaiguri – Nagercoil
New Jalpaiguri – Tiruchirapalli
Alipurduar – SMVT Bengaluru
Alipurduar – Mumbai (Panvel)
Kolkata (Santragachi) – Tambaram
Kolkata (Howrah) – Anand Vihar Terminal
Kolkata (Sealdah) – Banaras
The fare for a 1000 km journey in Amrit Bharat Express is Rs 500, with lower fares for shorter distances.
Affordable Travel Designed for Long-Distance Passengers
Launched as part of the Amrit Kaal initiative, Amrit Bharat Express trains are mainly designed for long-distance travelers in non-AC sleeper class.
Since December 2023, 30 Amrit Bharat Express trains have been running across India.
With these 9 new trains, the total number will increase to 39 trains, connecting regions that are often isolated due to geography or limited transport options.
A Boon for Migrant Workers
These new trains will expand rail connectivity from the eastern and sub-Himalayan regions to southern, western, and central India.
They are especially beneficial for migrant laborers, students, and long-distance travelers from Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal, offering reliable, affordable,
and comfortable travel for employment, education, or family visits. The trains will also be valuable during festive seasons and peak migration periods.
