The Ministry of Railways has approved the regularization of the Rani Kamalapati-Agartala Express. This service, which previously ran as a special train, will now operate on a regular weekly basis. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw conveyed this approval following a request from Tripura MP Biplab Kumar Deb to make travel easier for passengers between Bhopal and Northeast India.
What are the new train numbers and timings?
The train has been assigned new numbers, replacing the old special train numbers 01665 and 01666. The service will run once a week with the following schedule:
| Train Number | Route | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11665 | Rani Kamalapati to Agartala | 15:20 (Thursday) | 18:55 (Saturday) |
| 11666 | Agartala to Rani Kamalapati | 17:20 (Sunday) | 16:35 (Tuesday) |
What is the coach composition and major stops?
The train consists of a total of 23 coaches to accommodate a large number of passengers. The layout includes 11 Sleeper coaches, 5 AC 3 Tier, 1 AC 2 Tier, 4 General coaches, 1 GSLR, and 1 GSLRD.
The train stops at several key stations across multiple states. Major halts include Itarsi, Jabalpur, Katni, Satna, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Danapur, Patliputra, New Jalpaiguri, Guwahati, and Dharmanagar before reaching Agartala.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the frequency of the Rani Kamalapati-Agartala Express?
The train operates as a weekly service. Train 11665 departs from Rani Kamalapati every Thursday, and train 11666 departs from Agartala every Sunday.
How many coaches are there in this train?
The train has a total of 23 coaches, which include 11 Sleeper, 5 AC 3 Tier, 1 AC 2 Tier, and 4 General coaches along with GSLR and GSLRD.