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IndoreNagpur Vande Bharat Doubles to 16 Coaches as New Rakes Reach Indore

Railways say the upgrade answers steady demand following the 2023 route extension.

Overview

  • The train will expand from eight to sixteen coaches, with officials confirming the required rake has arrived in Indore.
  • Reports differ on the launch date, with The Hitavada citing November 24 and Free Press Journal reporting November 25.
  • Daily seating capacity will rise from about 530–532 to more than 1,000 once the longer rake enters service.
  • The service runs six days a week with a 6:15 am departure and a stop at Bhopal, aiding travel between Indore, Bhopal and Nagpur.
  • Railway officials link the decision to sustained full loads since the 2023 extension, and one expert noted a similar rake was earlier reassigned for operational needs.