PM Modi to Launch Sabarmati-Varanasi Daily Express
PM Modi will inaugurate the new Sabarmati-Varanasi Daily Express on Oct 30, 2026, enhancing connectivity to Kashi Vishwanath Dham.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off the new Sabarmati-Varanasi Daily Express on October 30, 2026. This new service, which will be inaugurated via video conferencing, aims to significantly improve rail connectivity between Gujarat and the spiritual hub of Uttar Pradesh.
Alongside this major express launch, the Prime Minister will also inaugurate a new Mehsana–Becharaji–Sabarmati MEMU service to boost local passenger transit.
Modern LHB Coaches and High-Speed Connectivity
The new Sabarmati-Varanasi Express, operating under train numbers 12205 and 12206, has been approved by the Railway Board and the Ministry of Railways. To provide a superior travel experience, the daily superfast service will utilize modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches, with a total rake composition of 22 coaches.
Detailed Timetable and Route Information
Passengers can plan their journeys according to the following schedule:
- Train No. 12205: Departs from Sabarmati at 5:20 AM and arrives in Varanasi at 6:30 AM the following day.
- Train No. 12206: Departs from Varanasi at 5:30 PM and arrives at Sabarmati at 8:15 PM the following day.
The primary maintenance for these trains will be conducted at the Varanasi depot. For passenger convenience, designated watering stops have been scheduled at Govindpuri, Tundla, Jaipur, and Ajmer.
Key Stoppages and Regional Impact
The service will traverse through Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, providing vital links between several important towns and cities. The scheduled commercial stoppages include:
- Mehsana, Palanpur, and Abu Road
- Falna, Marwar Junction, and Beawar
- Ajmer, Jaipur, and Agra
- Govindpuri, Subedarganj, and Mirzapur
Ahmedabad Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash noted that the service is intended to bolster regional connectivity. It is expected to support religious tourism to the Kashi Vishwanath Dham, while also facilitating local trade and industrial activities along the route.
The launch ceremonies at Sabarmati and Becharaji stations will feature several prominent dignitaries, including Minister of State Darshana Vaghela, Ahmedabad Mayor Hitesh Barot, and various Members of Parliament and Legislative Assemblies.