Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated nine Vande Bharat Express trains, enhancing rail connectivity across 11 states.
The inauguration included two services on the South Central Railways.
The trains connect religious and tourist destinations.
Vande Bharat services were launched between Kacheguda to Yesvantpur and Vijayawada to MGR Chennai via video conferencing.
The initiative aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of improving nationwide connectivity and providing world-class amenities.
Indian Railways plans to launch sleeper and Vande Metro versions, with rollout schedules set for the coming years.
Preparations for semi high-speed services and track strengthening initiatives are underway on various routes.
The new trains feature 25 enhancements, promising an improved travel experience for passengers.
The first Vande Bharat Express was inaugurated on the New Delhi-Varanasi route, symbolizing the Make-in-India initiative and Indian engineering prowess.