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Indian Railways has launched special train services between Bidar and Bengaluru Cantt stations. The trains will operate with multiple stops including Kalaburagi and Shahabad along the route. These services feature 24 coaches with various classes including AC and sleeper accommodations. Bookings are now available through IRCTC and station counters for these new connectivity options.

Key Points: Bidar Bengaluru Cantt Special Train Service Launched

  • Special train 07063 departs Bidar at 14:40 hrs reaching Bengaluru next morning
  • Return service 07064 leaves Bengaluru Cantt at 22:30 hrs
  • Train stops at 12 stations including Kalaburagi and Shahabad
  • Features 24 coaches with AC and sleeper class accommodations
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Special train services launched between Bidar and Bengaluru Cantt railway stations

New special trains connect Bidar to Bengaluru Cantt via Kalaburagi and Shahabad with 24 coaches including AC and sleeper classes. Bookings open now.

"Bihar used to have a railway budget of only Rs 1000 crore, which has now increased to Rs 10,000 crore - Ashwini Vaishnaw"

Kalaburagi, October 3

The Indian Railways will operate special train services between Bidar and Bengaluru Cantt, with stops at two stations of the Solapur Division of the Central Railway, namely Kalaburagi and Shahabad.

Bidar - Bengaluru Cantt Specials 07063 specials will depart Bidar at 14:40 hrs on October 4 and will arrive at Bengaluru Cantt at 05:00 hrs the next day. Meanwhile, Bidar - Bengaluru Cantt Specials 07064 specials will depart Bengaluru Cantt at 22:30 hrs on October 5 and arrive at Bidar at 14:40 hrs the next day, said the release.

These special trains will also have several halts, which include Humnabad, Kamalapur, Kalaburagi, Shahabad, Yadgir, Raichur, Mantralayam Road, Adoni, Guntakal, Anantapur, Dharmavaram and Yelahanka.

The train will be composed of a total of twenty-four coaches, which will include one AC-II Tier, two AC-III Tier, seventeen Sleeper Class, two General Second Class and 2 Luggage Cum Brake Vans.

Reservations for special trains 07063/07064 on special charges are open at all computerised reservation centres and on the IRCTC website. Bookings for unreserved coaches can be done through booking counters at stations, and the UTS app also.

The Railway authority has requested that passengers travel with valid tickets in order to avoid any inconvenience.

Earlier, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off three Amrit Bharat Express Trains and four new passenger trains for Bihar via video conferencing.

The three Amrit Bharat trains include the Darbhanga to Ajmer Amrit Bharat Express, the Muzaffarpur to Hyderabad Express, and the Chhapra to Delhi Amrit Bharat Express. The three Amrit Bharat Express Trains will be connecting 25 districts with 62 stoppages in Bihar, increasing connectivity for the people.

Highlighting the development made in the railway sector in Bihar, he said, "Bihar used to have a railway budget of only Rs 1000 crore, which has now increased to Rs 10,000 crore. Railway is fully electrified, 1899 KM of new tracks were laid, and several other projects are underway."

The Railways Minister further added, "Currently, 28 Vande Bharat services are operating in Bihar, connecting 25 districts with 42 stoppages. Under the Amrit Bharat project, 28 districts will be covered, with 62 unique stoppages. A service of the Namo Bharat train has also been inaugurated in Bihar."

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good connectivity but the timing could be better. Departing Bengaluru at 22:30 and reaching Bidar at 14:40 next day - that's 16 hours! Hope they optimize this in regular service.
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Arjun K
As someone from Kalaburagi, this direct connectivity to Bengaluru is a game-changer. Will help students and job seekers immensely. Hope they make this permanent soon! 👍
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Sarah B
The coach composition seems well-balanced with sleeper and general classes. Good to see affordable options for common people. Railway connectivity in Karnataka is improving steadily.
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Vikram M
Halts at Mantralayam Road will be a blessing for devotees visiting the temple. Smart planning by railways to cater to religious tourism too. Jai Karnataka! 🚂
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Kavya N
While this is welcome, I wish they'd focus more on punctuality and cleanliness. Many existing trains in this route are often delayed. Hope these special trains maintain good standards.
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Michael C
The multiple booking options through IRCTC website, counters and UTS app make it convenient for everyone. Digital India initiatives are really helping common citizens access services easily.

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