Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the Pune–Danapur Amrit Bharat Express today, June 17, 2026, at Hadapsar railway station in Pune. This new service aims to provide affordable and comfortable long-distance travel between Maharashtra and Bihar. The train will also benefit passengers traveling to Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh.
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What is the schedule and frequency of the train?
The train will operate as a weekly service. Train number 11431 will leave Pune every Saturday at 3:30 PM and reach Danapur on Monday at 1:30 AM. For the return journey, train number 11432 will depart Danapur every Monday at 3:30 AM and arrive in Pune on Tuesday at 11:05 AM.
What are the route and major stoppages?
The train will run via Khandwa and has 19 commercial halts to ensure wide connectivity. The key stops are listed below:
| Station Name | Route Segment |
|---|---|
| Daund Chord Line, Ahilyanagar, Belapur, Kopargaon, Manmad, Bhusaval | Maharashtra Section |
| Khandwa, Itarsi, Pipariya, Narsinghpur, Jabalpur, Katni | Central India Section |
| Maihar, Satna, Manikpur, Prayagraj Chheoki, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya, Buxar, Ara | UP/Bihar Section |
What facilities are available in the Amrit Bharat Express?
The train consists of 18 non-AC LHB coaches, including Sleeper and General classes. It uses push-pull locomotive technology and the Kavach security system for safety. Passengers will find USB Type-A and Type-C charging points, CCTV cameras, redesigned seats, and better ventilation in the coaches.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When does the Pune-Danapur Amrit Bharat Express depart?
Train 11431 departs from Pune every Saturday at 3:30 PM and reaches Danapur on Monday at 1:30 AM.
What are the special features of this train?
The train features push-pull technology, Kavach security system, USB charging points, and 18 non-AC LHB coaches.