Indian Railways has permanently increased the number of coaches in the Mumbai Central – Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 22961/22962). The train now runs with 20 coaches instead of 16 to handle the heavy rush of passengers on this route. This change became effective for journeys starting from April 28, 2026.
What is the new coach composition of the train?
The Ministry of Railways announced that the train now has a larger seating capacity to reduce waitlists and make travel easier. The updated coach details are as follows:
| Coach Type | Previous Capacity | New Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| AC Chair Car | 14 Coaches | 18 Coaches |
| Executive Class | 2 Coaches | 2 Coaches |
| Total | 16 Coaches | 20 Coaches |
Why was the capacity increased on this route?
Railway officials stated that this decision was a direct response to the huge demand for the service. Earlier, 20 coaches were added only during peak travel seasons as a temporary measure. Due to consistently high occupancy, the arrangement is now permanent. The 491-km journey takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes, stopping at Borivali, Vapi, Surat, and Vadodara.
How is the overall growth of Vande Bharat services?
Vande Bharat trains have seen a major rise in popularity. In the financial year 2025-26, nearly 4 crore passengers used these services, which is a 34 percent increase compared to the previous year. Since 2019, more than 9.1 crore people have traveled on these trains across over one lakh trips.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
मुंबई सेंट्रल – अहमदाबाद वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस में अब कितने कोच हैं?
इस ट्रेन में अब कुल 20 कोच हैं, जिनमें 18 AC Chair Car और 2 Executive Class कोच शामिल हैं।
कोच की संख्या बढ़ाने का मुख्य कारण क्या है?
इस रूट पर यात्रियों की भारी मांग और लंबी वेटिंग लिस्ट को कम करने के लिए कोच की संख्या 16 से बढ़ाकर 20 की गई है।
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