Karnataka’s 2nd Vande Bharat Express receives huge response

Jul 25, 2023 Shipra Parashar

Vande Bharat trains are receiving huge response from the passengers

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Karnataka’s second semi-high speed train is running at 70 percent occupancy

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This train operates between Dharwad and KSR Bengaluru

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The train runs on all the days of the week except Tuesday

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The new train has reduced travel time between two stations

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It covers a distance of 490 km in six hours and 25 minutes

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It departs from KSR Bengaluru at 05:45 hrs and reaches Dharwad at 12:10 hrs

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The train is composed of 8 coaches – AC and Executive Chair Car

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The train is being operated and maintained by SWR zone

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The train was flagged off by PM Modi on June 27, 2023

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The newly introduced train has enhanced connectivity in the region

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