Vande Bharat is the fastest train in India, with a top speed of 180 kmph.
The express train, which earlier used to run four days a week, has been revamped with additional features. The newer version will run 5 days a week.
Information:
The Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express is the second most popular Vande Bharat train after the one that runs between Mumbai and Gandhinagar. The train, which has been running continuously for three years, underwent a complete renovation recently.
After revamp, the Vande Bharat Express train from Delhi to Varanasi will now run five days a week and the frequency will be increased from this week onwards.
Statement:
“The scheduled overhaul was done after the train completed a 5,000-km run. Now it’s back in service,” an official mentioned.
As per railway ministry officials: "After revamp, several new features have been added to the train. The second version of Vande Bharat trains would require complete overhaul after 10,000-km run instead of 5,000 km, as per officials. The second version of the Vande Bharat trains is more modern and changes have been made based on the experience gained from running the first two trains."
As per the officials: "One such train is currently operating between Delhi and Una in Himachal Pradesh and more have been planned from the national capital. Currently, Vande Bharat trains are day-long services and there are no additional rakes."
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The first ever Vande Bharat Express train in India ran on the New Delhi-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express route on February 18, 2019. This train covers the whole distance of New Delhi to Varanasi distance 3 hours earlier than other trains running on the same route.
Vande Bharat is an electric multiple-unit, semi-high-speed train, which takes only 52 seconds to reach 100 km/h. For increased operational safety, the Vande Bharat 2.0 trains are equipped with the KAVACH (Train Collision Avoidance System).
The fare of the Vande Bharat express from Varanasi to New Delhi Rs.1750 for chair car. The fare for the executive car is Rs.3025. The full fare of Chair Car of 22436 New Delhi - Varanasi Vande Bharat Express from New Delhi to Varanasi is Rs.1805 while the executive car will cost you Rs 2394.
The Vande Bharat trains have been a huge hit among travelers. It is the fastest train in India, with a top speed of 180 kmph, while the operational speed is 130 kmph, keeping in mind safety concerns.
