Overview
- NFR officials reported that the Amrit Bharat Express services introduced in January 2026 have carried more than 1.78 lakh passengers and generated over Rs 23 crore in earnings, based on official tallies.
- Seven pairs of Amrit Bharat trains now originate from stations in Assam and West Bengal, linking cities such as Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Alipurduar Junction and New Jalpaiguri with long‑distance destinations across India.
- Several routes have run substantially over nominal capacity, with reported occupancies up to 136% on the Kamakhya–Rohtak service and above 140% on the Dibrugarh–Gomti Nagar service on multiple trips.
- The trains are marketed as affordable, passenger‑focused services with modern interiors, improved amenities and roomier seating aimed at common travelers, which officials say explains strong patronage.
- NFR says the services are strengthening northeast connectivity and tourism while the sustained high demand raises a clear operational issue: planners may need to add coaches or more services to relieve overcrowding.