Gorakhpur has received two new rakes of the Amrit Bharat Express. These trains will soon connect the city to two major metro hubs, Delhi and Mumbai. The Railway Board has already approved the Delhi-Gorakhpur service to provide a better and more affordable travel option for passengers from the Purvanchal region.
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What are the timings and route for Delhi-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express?
The service will operate weekly every Tuesday. Train number 14046 will leave Delhi at 12:40 AM on Tuesday and reach Gorakhpur at 3:50 PM. The return train, number 14045, will depart from Gorakhpur at 9:40 PM on Tuesday and arrive in Delhi at 12:50 PM on Wednesday. The train will stop at several stations including Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Sitapur City, Burhwal, Gonda, Balrampur, Barhni, Siddharth Nagar, and Anand Nagar.
What are the special features and capacity of these trains?
These trains are designed for lower and middle-income passengers and feature a total capacity of 1834 passengers per train. They use push-pull technology for faster speed and better acceleration. The rakes include sleeper and unreserved coaches with modern facilities.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Coaches | 22 (20 passenger, 2 parcel) |
| Safety System | KAVACH, CCTV, and Fire Suppression |
| Amenities | Mobile charging ports, upgraded toilets, Divyangjan friendly |
| Design Speed | 160 kmph (Max permissible 110-130 kmph) |
| Couplers | Semi-automatic for jerk-free travel |
| Maintenance | Primary maintenance in Delhi |
Will there be a service to Mumbai as well?
While the detailed schedule for the Delhi route is ready, official reports and social media updates indicate that a Mumbai service is also in the planning stage. This new link will help reduce the waiting list pressure on existing trains and make travel more comfortable for people traveling from Gorakhpur to Maharashtra.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the frequency of the Delhi-Gorakhpur Amrit Bharat Express?
The train will run on a weekly basis. Both the Delhi to Gorakhpur and Gorakhpur to Delhi services are scheduled to depart every Tuesday.
Who are the target passengers for the Amrit Bharat Express?
These trains are specifically designed to provide affordable, long-distance premium travel for lower and lower-middle-income passengers.