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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the Gwalior-Bengaluru weekly train, slashing travel time to just 30 hours. The direct service eliminates long detours via Kota or Bhopal, benefiting students and professionals. Scindia credited PM Modi and CM Yadav for Gwalior's rail infrastructure growth, including upcoming MEMU expansions. Railway Minister Vaishnaw emphasized the route's importance for interstate business and education connectivity.

Key Points: Scindia Launches Gwalior-Bengaluru Weekly Train Cutting Travel to 30 Hours

  • New weekly train reduces Gwalior-Bengaluru travel from 36 to 30 hours
  • Benefits students, job seekers, and families visiting Bengaluru
  • Part of broader rail expansion under Modi-Yadav leadership
  • Railway Minister Vaishnaw highlights ease for IT professionals and traders
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Gwalior connected to Bengaluru, will take only 30 hrs to reach: Jyotiraditya Scindia on launch of weekly train

Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates direct Gwalior-Bengaluru train, reducing travel time to 30 hours for students, professionals, and families.

"Gwalior has been connected to Bengaluru... It will now only take 30 hours to reach directly. – Jyotiraditya Scindia"

Gwalior, June 27

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia hailed the newly inaugurated Gwalior-Bengaluru weekly train, stating that it has significantly eased travel for passengers.

"Gwalior has been connected to Bengaluru... People had to go to Kota or Bhopal via an 8-hour journey and wait there for another 8 hours. It took 36 hours to reach Bengaluru. Today, the same route has become convenient, and it will now only take 30 hours to reach Bengaluru directly," he said.

He highlighted that students who want to study in Bengaluru can easily reach there. Additionally, youth who wish to reach Bengaluru for a job, or even parents who want to see their children, can also use this train to get there.

"Gwalior is changing and progressing under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Prime Minister Modi. Much development work is underway, and several new train connections have been established from Gwalior to various parts of the country. Additionally, under the leadership of the Prime Minister, a MEMU train is running from Gwalior to Kolaras, and in the coming days, it will be extended to Sheopur. After that, efforts will be made to take it to Kota," Scindia said.

Meanwhile, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the service will facilitate easier and more comfortable travel for students, IT professionals, and traders from Madhya Pradesh to Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.

In a post on X, Vaishnaw stated, "For the first time, a train originating from Gwalior to Bengaluru has started. Now, it will be easy and comfortable for students, IT professionals, and traders from Madhya Pradesh to travel to Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka."

Scindia flagged off the Gwalior-Bengaluru direct train from Gwalior Railway Station on Thursday and also travelled in the train.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually joined the program and flagged off the train on the occasion.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is fantastic news! As someone who frequently travels between Gwalior and Bengaluru for work, the 6-hour reduction in travel time is a game-changer. No more exhausting transfers at Kota. Hope they consider making this a daily service soon! 🙌
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Priya M.
Great initiative but 30 hours is still too long! When will we get proper high-speed rail connections? China has built thousands of kms of bullet trains while we're celebrating 30-hour journeys. Development should mean more than just incremental improvements.
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Amit S.
As a parent whose son studies in Bengaluru, this train is a blessing. Earlier we had to worry about multiple train changes - now direct connectivity. Hope they maintain cleanliness and punctuality. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sunita T.
Good step but what about ticket prices? These new trains often charge premium fares that common people can't afford. Railway should focus on affordable travel for all, not just IT professionals.
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Vikram J.
Connecting tier-2 cities like Gwalior to tech hubs is crucial for balanced development. Next should be better last-mile connectivity from stations. Many students arrive late at night - need proper bus/auto services.
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Neha P.
Hope they've considered the monsoon schedule too! Many trains get delayed during rains. Still, thumbs up for this initiative. More connectivity means more opportunities for MP's youth. 👍

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