Indian Railways has decided to convert three special trains operating in Bihar into regular services due to high passenger demand and revenue potential. This move includes the introduction of regular Amrit Bharat Express services which will provide better connectivity for long-distance travelers. While the special trains are already running, the East Central Railway will announce the official dates for the permanent schedule soon.
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Which special trains are becoming regular in Bihar?
The Railway Board has approved the regularization of the Ahmedabad-Patna Special train, which will now run as the 21905/21906 Ahmedabad-Patna Amrit Bharat Express. This is the first Amrit Bharat service to originate from Ahmedabad, catering to the large population of Bihar residents living in Gujarat. However, some local passengers have expressed dissatisfaction because the train currently does not have scheduled halts at Ara and Buxar stations.
What are the new development projects for Bihar railways?
The Ministry of Railways has approved a significant bypass project in Bhagalpur to ease rail traffic. This 13.38-kilometer-long bypass will connect Sabour and Gonudham with an estimated cost of 303.20 crore. Additionally, the railway administration is implementing a plan to build subways within a 12-hour timeframe to stop accidents caused by people crossing tracks. This initiative will be implemented across various locations under the East Central Railway.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| New Trains (2021-2026) | 1,024 trains |
| Bihar Train Pairs | 75 pairs |
| Bhagalpur Bypass Length | 13.38 km |
| Bhagalpur Bypass Cost | 303.20 crore |
| IRCTC Fine | 10 lakh |
What are the latest safety and service updates?
Following a food quality complaint in the Patna-Tata Vande Bharat Express, the Danapur division has started strict inspections of pantry cars in premium trains. The Railway Ministry imposed a fine of 10 lakh on IRCTC and 50 lakh on the catering agency after insects were found in the food. To ensure future safety, special inspectors will now monitor food quality on trains like Rajdhani, Tejas, and Sampoorna Kranti Express regularly.