Hours earlier than the flagging off ceremony of the Bhuj-Ahmedabad Vande Metro, the Railway Ministry renamed it to Namo Bharat Fast Rail on Monday, a ministry spokesperson mentioned. The metro service shall be launched from the Bhuj railway station at 4:15 p.m. just about by Prime Minister Modi, who shall be current in Ahmedabad.
The Fast Rail, designed to enhance intercity connectivity, is about to traverse a 359 km route between Bhuj and Ahmedabad in 5 hours and 45 minutes, with scheduled stops at 9 stations alongside the way in which.
The common service shall be made obtainable for the general public from September 17 Ahmedabad.
The journey is predicted to value Rs 455 for the entire route.
The Railway Ministry has introduced that the Vande Metro shall be renamed Namo Bharat Fast Rail, in response to a spokesperson.
Not like different metro trains that cowl shorter routes, Namo Bharat will hyperlink central Ahmedabad with close by cities, the ministry said.
The Fast Rail, geared up with 12 coaches and seating for 1,150 passengers, boasts a number of trendy options. In line with officers, it consists of ergonomically designed seats, totally air-conditioned cabins, and modular interiors, making it a extra superior choice in comparison with different metro trains.
“The prepare affords quicker journeys between mid-distance cities. Its speedy acceleration and deceleration contribute to environment friendly journey whereas driving cabs at each ends eliminates turnaround time,” it added.
