New Train Announcement: Indian Railways to launch Jaipur-Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express on June 21
Indian Railways will start the new Jaipur-Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express on June 21, 2026. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will flag off the service from Khatipura station in Jaipur. This train will run six days a week, providing a better travel option for passengers traveling between Rajasthan and Bihar.
What are the key details of the new service?
The introduction of this train follows a request by Jaipur MP Manju Sharma to the Railway Ministry. This service aims to help people traveling for jobs, education, and business. Currently, only one weekly train operates between Ajmer and Darbhanga, and this new six-day service will significantly reduce the wait for passengers.
Where will the train stop and how will it be maintained?
The train will cover several major stations across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Maintenance of the rakes will be handled at the new Coach Care Complex in Khatipura, built at a cost of 205 crore rupees. This facility can maintain Vande Bharat, DEMU, and LHB coaches.
| Station Categories | Stoppages |
|---|---|
| Major Stops | Dausa, Bharatpur, Agra, Tundla, Kanpur Central, Gorakhpur, Darbhanga |
| Other Stops | Bandikui, Mandawar Mahuwa Road, Etawah, Unnao, Aishbagh, Gomti Nagar, Barabanki, Gonda, Kaptanganj, Bagaha, Narkatiaganj, Sikta, Raxaul, Bairgania, Sitamarhi, Janakpur Road, Kamtaul |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Jaipur-Darbhanga Amrit Bharat Express start?
The train will be officially flagged off by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on June 21, 2026, from Khatipura station in Jaipur.
How many days a week will this train operate?
The Amrit Bharat Express will run six days a week, offering more frequent connectivity than the existing weekly service.