TBM Staff - Mumbai
The Ministry of Railways is considering extending the Amritsar-Delhi Vande Bharat Express train to Jammu, following the decision to establish a separate Jammu railway division. Sources indicate that an official announcement regarding the extension could be made on January 26. The move comes over a year after the train was inaugurated, offering improved connectivity between Amritsar and Delhi.
With the creation of the Jammu division, approximately 742 km of the Ferozepur division, including key routes such as Pathankot-Jammu-Udhampur and Batala-Pathankot, will come under its jurisdiction. This restructuring will significantly reduce the area managed by the Ferozepur division, paving the way for better administrative efficiency.
The Amritsar-Delhi Vande Bharat Express currently has a seating capacity of 530, divided between the chair car and executive class. The eight-coach train, known for its advanced features and reduced travel time of 5.30 hours, will also undergo an expansion in coaches to accommodate more passengers. Running six days a week, the train halts at major stations like Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Ambala.
A “Make in India” initiative, the Vande Bharat Express operates without traditional locomotives, featuring advanced technology that converts electric power into mechanical energy. This modern system ensures efficient and sustainable operations, solidifying its status as a flagship offering of Indian Railways.
