First semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express inaugurated in Rajasthan

The inauguration of Rajasthan’s first semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express is a significant milestone in the state’s connectivity and transportation sector. The train is the world’s first semi-high-speed passenger train on high-rise overhead electric territory and is set to revolutionize travel between Ajmer and Delhi Cantt. The train’s introduction will provide a much-needed boost to the socio-economic development of the region, improving connectivity to major tourist destinations in Rajasthan.

The Ajmer-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express will have stops at Jaipur, Alwar, and Gurgaon, offering faster travel times to tourists visiting popular tourist sites like Pushkar, Ajmer Sharif Dargah, and others. The train will help improve accessibility and connectivity to these places, making it easier for tourists to explore the state’s rich cultural heritage and history.

The train’s introduction is also expected to provide an impetus to the tourism industry in the state. The new Vande Bharat train offers a comfortable and seamless travel experience with state-of-the-art amenities such as Wi-Fi, infotainment screens, comfortable seating, and modular bio-toilets. The train’s speed and efficiency will provide a competitive edge to the state’s transportation sector and contribute to the growth of the tourism industry.

The Vande Bharat Express is an initiative of the Indian Railways to provide world-class travel experience to passengers, and its introduction in Rajasthan will bring the state on par with other developed states in terms of transportation and connectivity. The train’s launch has been eagerly awaited by both tourists and locals alike, and its introduction is expected to herald a new era of progress and development in the state.

According to the official PMO statement, the Vande Bharat Express will cover the distance between Delhi Cantt. and Ajmer in just 5 hours 15 minutes, faster than the present fastest train on the same route, the Shatabdi Express, which takes 6 hours 15 minutes from Delhi Cantt to Ajmer.

In addition, the launch of the Vande Bharat Express was accompanied by a quiz competition that showcased students’ love for the train. The winners of the competition will join the train on its inaugural run, celebrating the train’s launch with pride and excitement.

Overall, the launch of Rajasthan’s first Vande Bharat Express is a significant milestone for the state’s transportation system, offering faster and more convenient travel options for tourists and locals alike. With this new semi-high-speed train, Rajasthan’s rich cultural and historical heritage is now more accessible than ever before.