Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on June 19, 2026, that a Bullet Train will soon connect Bihar with other major cities. This project is part of the Delhi-Siliguri corridor and will pass through Lucknow, Varanasi, and Patna. The high-speed rail service will significantly reduce the travel time between the national capital and Bihar.
What is the proposed route and travel time?
The Bullet Train will operate on a route connecting Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Patna, and Siliguri. According to the Railway Minister, the travel time from Delhi to Patna will be reduced to approximately 4 hours and 41 minutes, though some reports mention 4 hours and 45 minutes. This project is currently in the planning and survey stage.
What are the key highlights of the project?
- The project is part of the Eastern High-Speed Rail network.
- India now has the capability to manufacture Bullet Trains domestically.
- The government plans a 7,000 km Bullet Train network across the country in coming years.
- The first Bullet Train between Ahmedabad and Mumbai is expected to start by August 2027.
How much investment is being made in Bihar’s rail network?
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw mentioned that over 10,000 crore rupees have been allocated for rail infrastructure in Bihar in the current financial year. Currently, projects worth 1.15 lakh crore rupees are underway in the state to improve connectivity and create new development opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
दिल्ली से पटना पहुँचने में कितना समय लगेगा?
Bullet Train शुरू होने के बाद दिल्ली से पटना की यात्रा का समय घटकर मात्र 4 घंटे 41 मिनट या 4 घंटे 45 मिनट रह जाएगा।
Bullet Train किन शहरों से होकर गुजरेगी?
यह ट्रेन दिल्ली-सिलीगुड़ी कॉरिडोर का हिस्सा होगी और लखनऊ, वाराणसी और पटना जैसे प्रमुख शहरों को जोड़ेगी।