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Gujarat's 6th Vande Bharat: Ahmedabad-Udaipur Service Launches Feb 16

Indian Railways is launching a new Vande Bharat Express connecting Asarwa in Gujarat and Udaipur City in Rajasthan. The inaugural special service will run on February 16, with regular daily operations commencing on February 18. The train is equipped with modern passenger amenities including reclining seats, mobile charging points, and bio-toilets. This marks the sixth Vande Bharat service for Gujarat, aimed at boosting regional connectivity, tourism, and economic activity.

Key Points: New Vande Bharat Express Connects Gujarat and Rajasthan

  • Inaugural run on February 16
  • Regular daily service begins February 18
  • Features modern amenities like bio-toilets and CCTV
  • Connects Asarwa, Gujarat to Udaipur City, Rajasthan
  • 8-coach train with AC and executive chair cars
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Gujarat gets 6th Vande Bharat Ahmedabad-Udaipur service, to be inaugrated on Feb 16

The Asarwa-Udaipur City Vande Bharat Express, Gujarat's sixth, begins regular service on Feb 18, featuring modern amenities for enhanced regional connectivity.

"This will be Gujarat's sixth Vande Bharat train, strengthening regional connectivity and boosting passenger convenience, tourism and economic activity."

Gandhinagar, February 14

The new Vande Bharat Express, connecting Asarwa in Gujarat and Udaipur City in Rajasthan, is set for inauguration on February 16, with regular service starting on February 18. This will be Gujarat's sixth Vande Bharat train, strengthening regional connectivity and boosting passenger convenience, tourism and economic activity.

According to a release, Indian Railways is committed to regional development and providing better connectivity through upgraded stations, new rail lines and state-of-the-art facilities. Asarwa-Udaipur City Vande Bharat Express is a strong example of this commitment.

This state-of-the-art train is equipped with modern features, including reclining, comfortable seats; sliding doors; a mobile charging point; a bio-toilet; automatic entry and exit doors; and CCTV cameras. This train will offer passengers a fast, safe and convenient travel experience while providing world-class comfort.

For the special inaugural service, Train number 09663 Udaipur City-Asarwa Vande Bharat Express will depart Udaipur City at 12.25 hrs on February 16 and reach Asarwa at 17.15 hrs. En route, the train will stop at Jawar, Dungarpur, and Himmatnagar stations, according to a release.

The regular service will begin on February 18 with Train number 26964 Asarwa-Udaipur City Vande Bharat Express, which will depart from Asarwa at 17.45 hrs daily (except Tuesday) and reach Udaipur City at 22.00 hrs. Similarly, train number 26963, Udaipur City-Asarwa Vande Bharat Express, will depart from Udaipur City at 06.10 hrs daily (except Tuesday) and arrive at Asarwa at 10.25 hrs.

This train will stop at Himmatnagar, Dungarpur and Jawar stations in both directions. This train will have a total of 8 coaches, including AC chair car and executive chair car.

Train no. 26964 booking will start on February 15 at all PRS counters and on the IRCTC website. Passengers may visit www.enquiry.indianrail.gov.in for detailed information on train schedules, timings, and structures.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great for tourism! Udaipur is such a beautiful city, and better connectivity will help more people visit. Hope they also improve the station facilities at the stops like Dungarpur and Himmatnagar to match the train's standards.
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Rohit P
Sixth Vande Bharat for Gujarat? That's impressive development for our state. It shows the focus on improving regional rail infrastructure. However, I hope the ticket pricing remains reasonable and doesn't become too expensive for the common man.
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Michael C
As an expat living in Ahmedabad, I'm always impressed by India's rail upgrades. The bio-toilets and charging points are essential. The schedule looks convenient for a weekend trip to Udaipur. Well done, Indian Railways.
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Shreya B
The connectivity to smaller towns like Jawar and Dungarpur is the real win here. It will boost local economies. My relatives in Himmatnagar are very excited. Just hoping the maintenance and punctuality are kept top-notch.
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Vikram M
Good step, but Indian Railways should also focus on the safety and cleanliness of our regular passenger trains. While Vande Bharat is excellent, the majority of Indians still travel in general compartments that need urgent attention. Balance is key.

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