Introduction:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Amrit Bharat Train on December 30, starting from Ayodhya and operating two days a week from January 1. The schedule for the Amrit Bharat Train, which will run from Darbhanga to Anand Vihar for two days every week on Mondays and Thursdays, has been announced by Vinay Srivastava, DRM of Samastipur Railway Division.

Aerodynamic Design, and Speed :

Following the model of Vande Bharat, Indian Railways has designed the Amrit Bharat Train with attractive aerodynamic features, excellent interior craftsmanship, modern amenities, comfortable travel, and LHB coaches with a push-pull configuration. Srivastava mentioned that the train is equipped with a WAP5 locomotive with an aerodynamic design and can operate at a maximum speed of 130 kilometers per hour.

Modern Features of the Amrit Bharat Train:

The train’s interior features include CCTV in the luggage room with a monitor, ramps for differently-abled individuals, innovative exterior color schemes, and aesthetically pleasing lighting. Special attention has been given to the internal components of the Amrit Bharat Train, including foldable snack tables, mobile chargers, beautifully designed berths, and improved luggage racks.

Route Details of the Amrit Bharat Train:

The train’s route will connect Darbhanga to Anand Vihar via Kamtaul, Janakpur Road, Sitamarhi, Bairgania, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, Bagaha, Kaptanganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Manakapur, Ayodhya, Lucknow, Kanpur, Etawah, Tundla, and Aligarh. The train consists of 2 coaches, 4 unreserved coaches, and 16 sleeper coaches for differently-abled passengers, all equipped with modern and international-standard facilities.

The Amrit Bharat Train will depart from Darbhanga at 01:55 and reach Anand Vihar at 09:15 the next day. Conversely, the train will depart from Anand Vihar at 04:10 and reach Darbhanga at 12:35 the following day.

Fare Structure of Amrit Bharat Train:

Regarding the fares, the general class from Darbhanga to Ayodhya is set at Rs. 200, and the sleeper class is priced at Rs. 350. It is noteworthy that the fares for the Amrit Bharat Train connecting Ayodhya to Mithila have been determined based on kilometers traveled. Traveling in the general class from Darbhanga to Ayodhya will cost Rs. 200, while the sleeper class will cost Rs. 350.

For the journey to New Delhi, the fares are Rs. 351 and Rs. 585, respectively. The railway board has released a fare chart detailing the prices for push-pull and LHB coaches, ranging from 35 to 528 rupees for distances up to 1,000 kilometers.

In summary:

The Amrit Bharat Train aims to facilitate direct travel from Mithila to Ayodhya, allowing people to visit the birthplace of Lord Rama and the temple. The train is equipped with modern amenities and is expected to enhance the travel experience for passengers on this route.