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PM Modi Gifts Bengal Dozen New Trains, Launches First Vande Bharat Sleeper

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India's inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper Train service between Howrah and Guwahati from Malda, West Bengal. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the PM is gifting the state over a dozen new trains, including Amrit Bharat Express services. The visit also involved dedicating and laying the foundation for multiple rail and road infrastructure projects worth over Rs 3,250 crore. These initiatives aim to strengthen connectivity and accelerate development in West Bengal and the Northeastern region.

Key Points: PM Modi Inaugurates Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in West Bengal

  • First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train flagged off
  • Over a dozen new trains for West Bengal
  • Rs 3,250 crore rail & road projects launched
  • 101 railway stations being redeveloped
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PM Modi's gift to West Bengal: Ashwini Vaishnaw ahead of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train inauguration in Malda

PM Modi flags off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train from Malda, gifts over a dozen new trains and launches Rs 3,250 crore projects for Bengal.

"PM Modi is giving West Bengal a gift of more than one dozen new trains. - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Jalpaiguri, January 17

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Prime Minister Narendra Narendra Modi was "gifting" a dozen new trains to West Bengal, underlining that the first service of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will begin from Guwahati to Kolkata.

The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will be inaugurated by the Prime Minister.

Speaking to ANI, the Vaishnaw said that 101 railway stations are being reconstructed with major development works underway at the New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station, a major railway hub in the state.

"PM Modi is giving West Bengal a gift of more than one dozen new trains. The first service of Vande Bharat sleeper trains will start from Guwahati to Kolkata. PM Modi will inaugurate it. Amrit Bharat Express trains are going to run. Along with it, 101 stations are being reconstructed in West Bengal. Under this, the New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station is in the process of turning into a world-class station, with the addition of two new platforms. A lot of area will emerge where IT hubs can be built," he said.

India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will be flagged off between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) by PM Modi today.

PM Modi is visiting West Bengal and Assam on January 17 and 18.

On January 17, at around 12:45 pm, the Prime Minister will visit Malda and flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) at Malda Town Railway Station.

Thereafter, at around 1:45 PM, the Prime Minister will dedicate to the Nation and lay the foundation stone of multiple rail and road infrastructure projects worth more than Rs 3,250 crore in a public function at Malda.

On January 18, the Prime Minister will also flag off 2 New Amrit Bharat Express trains between Guwahati (Kamakhya)-Rohtak and Dibrugarh-Lucknow (Gomti Nagar).

These new train services will strengthen rail connectivity between the Northeast and Northern India, enabling safer and more convenient travel for people.

The Prime Minister will visit Malda and dedicate to the nation, and lay the foundation stone of multiple rail and road infrastructure projects worth Rs 3,250 crore, aimed at strengthening connectivity and accelerating development in West Bengal and the North-Eastern region.

The Prime Minister, from Malda Town Railway Station, will flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya).

He will also virtually flag off the Guwahati (Kamakhya)-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper Train.

- ANI

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Rahul R
Good to see infrastructure focus on Bengal and the Northeast. But calling it a "gift" feels a bit political. These are development projects we pay for with our taxes. The real gift would be if they ensure timely completion and maintain the quality long-term.
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Aman W
Finally! A proper sleeper version of Vande Bharat. The chair cars are great for short journeys, but for long routes like Guwahati-Howrah, a berth is essential. Looking forward to trying it out on my next trip home to Assam. 👍
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Sarah B
As someone who travels frequently between Kolkata and the Northeast for work, this is very promising. Better connectivity can boost business and tourism. Hope the schedule is convenient and the service is reliable.
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Karthik V
Development of 101 stations in WB is a massive project. Hope it includes better facilities for all passengers, clean toilets, proper signage, and accessibility for the elderly and disabled. That's the true mark of a world-class station.
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Meera T
Connecting the Northeast better with the rest of India is crucial for national integration and economic growth. These trains and station upgrades are a step in the right direction. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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