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Admissibility to travel by Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains on Official Tour, Training, Transfer and Retirement: Department OF Expenditure

Admissibility to travel by Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains on Official Tour, Training, Transfer and Retirement: Department OF Expenditure, FinMin OM dated 30.08.2023

No. 19030/1/2017-E.IV
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Expenditure

North Block, New Delhi
Dated 30th August, 2023

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Admissibility to travel by Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains on Official Tour.

The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM No. 19030/1/2017-E.IV dated 13.07.2017 wherein travel entitlements for journey on Tour / Training/ Transfer / Retirement have been prescribed.

  1. The matter regarding admissibility of travel by Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains on official Tour has been considered in this Department. It has been decided to allow Central Govt. employees to travel by Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains for journey on Tour/Training/Transfer/Retirement, in addition to the Trains as mentioned in para 2 A (ii) of this Department’s OM of even number dated 13.07.2017 & OM dated 12.09.2022. Travel entitlement in Vande Bharat Express and Humsafar Express Trains would be same as that of Shatabdi Trains and Rajdhani Trains respectively as mentioned in para 2 A (ii) of this Department’s OM of even number dated 13.07.2017.
  2. In so far as the persons serving in the Indian Audit & Accounts Department are concerned, these orders are issued in consultation with the Comptroller & Auditor General of India, as mandated under Article 148(5) of the Constitution of India.

A. This is issued with the approval of Finance Secretary & Secretary (Expenditure).

Hindi version is attached.

(Ram Gopal)
Deputy Secretary (EG)

SOURCE: https://doe.gov.in/

New Features of Vande Bharat Express

New Features of Vande Bharat Express

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
RAJYA SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2688
ANSWERED ON 11.08.2023

VANDE BHARAT TRAINS

SHRI R. DHARMAR:

Will the Minister of RAILWAYS be pleased to state:

(a) the features of Vande Bharat Express Trains;

(b) details of funds sanctioned, allocated and utilized for these trains across the country including Tamil Nadu so far;

(c) details of number of trains operational in the country including Tamil Nadu so far;

(d) details of target set and achievements made so far along with its response;

(e) whether Government plans to launch 400 Vande Bharat Trains across the country;

(f) if so, the details thereof along with target likely to set; and

(g) number of States likely to be covered through these trains?

ANSWER: MINISTER OF RAILWAYS, COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SHRI ASHWINI VAISHNAW

(a) With a view to provide better travel experience to the passengers, Indian Railways has introduced Vande Bharat trains with modern coaches having following enhanced safety features and amenities:

  1. Fitted with KAVACH.
  2. Faster acceleration and semi High speed operation up to 160 KMPH.
  3. Fully Sealed Gangway for Free Passenger Movement
  4. Automatic Plug Doors
  5. Reclining Ergonomic Seats and Comfortable Seating with revolving seats in executive class.
  6. Better Ride Comfort.
  7. Mobile charging sockets for every seat.
  8. Mini Pantry with provision of Hot Case, Bottle Cooler, Deep freezer & Hot Water Boiler
  9. Direct and Diffused Lighting.
  10. For Divyangjan passengers special lavatory in DTC.
  11. Emergency openable Windows and fire extinguisher in each coach
  12. CCTVs in all Coaches
  13. Emergency Alarm Push buttons and Talk Back Units on all Coaches.
  14. Better fire safety – Aerosol based fire detection and suppression system in electrical cabinets and lavatories
  15. Driver-Guard communication with voice recording facility & Crash hardened memory
  16. Coach condition monitoring System (CCMS) display with remote monitoring
  17. Disaster lights – 4 numbers in each coach in case of Emergency
  18. 4 platform side cameras including rear view cameras outside the coach.

(b) Total funds utilised for manufacture of Vande Bharat trains is Rs.1343.72 Crores till May 23.

(c) to (g) As on 4th August, 2023, 50 Vande-Bharat train services are running on the Indian Railways, connecting states having Board Gauge (BG) electrified network.

These include 04 Vande Bharat services catering to the needs of stations located in the State of Tamil Nadu.

Introduction of trains is an ongoing process subject to operational feasibility, traffic justification etc.

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Vande Bharat Train’s New Version and It’s Features

Vande Bharat train’s new version with more modified features is under production at ICF Chennai (Integral Coach Factory)

25 More Advanced Safety and Technical Improvement Features Under Progress

  • Since last year ICF Chennai has done production of 2702 overall coaches as per the target given by Railway Board that includes 12 coaches of new version of Vande Bharat trains and 2261 LHB coaches.
  • ICF is planning to manufacture 3241 coaches in coming years in about 30 variants including new types trains in Vande Bharat express.
  • ICF will be turning out another version of Vande Bharat trains called Vande Metro in the current year. This train will cater to intercity short distance commuter travel and will have double leaf doors for easy boarding and de-boarding of passengers.
  • To meet the public aspirations of long distance travel by Vande Bharat train, ICF is in the process of developing a sleeper version of Vande Bharat with improved interiors and will be turning out in the current year.
  • ICF has taken up the development of Gati Shakti Train for faster freight transport in Vande Bharat platform. This train will serve E-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and refrigerated commodities.
  • ICF is also developing Vande Bharat trains for Jammu & Kashmir region with heating facility inside the compartments as well as for the water lines to avoid freezing. This train will be rolled out next year.

The modified features of new version of Vande Bharat trains under production are as follows-

  • Increase in seat declining angle
  • Better seat cushions
  • Better accessibility to mobile charging points than before
  • Extended foot rest in Executive chair car class coaches
  • Wash basins with more depth to avoid water splashing
  • Better toilet lighting
  • Provision of fixing points for wheel chairs used by divyangjan passengers in the driving trailer coaches
  • Change of Reading lamp touching from resistive touch to capacitive touch for easy use
  • Better roller blind fabric & anti climbing device in Vande Bharat coaches for improved safety.

source: https://cr.indianrailways.gov.in/

Vande Bharat Express Lucknow – Gorakhpur Details

Vande Bharat Express Lucknow – Gorakhpur Details

Vande Bharat Express Lucknow – Gorakhpur Time Table, Route, Frequency and Fare Details

It has been decided that 22549 / 22550 Gorakhpur – Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express.

  • Train No. 22549 / Gorakhpur – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express

Train No. 22549 Gorakhpur – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express (Except Saturday) will leave Gorakhpur at 05.55 hrs on and from Sun Jul 07, 2023 and reach Lucknow at 02.05 hrs, the same day.

  • Train No. 22549 Gorakhpur – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express Time Table
  • Travel Time: 4h 15m, 2 halts, Distance: 296 km, Avg Speed: 70 km/hr

The timings and stoppages of Train No. 22549 Gorakhpur – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express (Except Tuesday) are as follows:

Station Departs / Arrives Train No. 22549 Gorakhpur – Lucknow Vande Bharat Express Time Table
Gorakhpur Jn (Departs) 06.05
Basti (a / d) 06.52 / 06.54
Ayodhya Jn (a / d) 08.15 / 08.17
Lucknow Charbagh NR (Arrives) 10.20
  • Train No. 22550 Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express

In return direction Train No. 22550 Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express (Except Saturday) will leave Lucknow at 19.15 hrs on and from Sun July 09, 2023 and reach Gorakhpur at 23.25 hrs, the same day

  • Train No. 22550 Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express Time Table
  • Travel Time: 4h 10m, 2 halts, Distance: 296 km, Avg Speed: 71 km/hr

The timings and stoppages of Train No. 22550 Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express (Except Saturday) are as follows:

Station Departs / Arrives Train No. 22550 Lucknow – Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express Time Table
Lucknow Charbagh NR Departs 19.15
Ayodhya Jn (a / d) 21.13 / 21.15
Basti (a / d) 22.30 /22.32
Gorakhpur Jn Arrives 23.25

Features of Vande Bharat Express train

  • Vande Bharat Express is a self-propelled semi-high speed train set. This train has been completely indigenously manufactured under the “Make in India” initiative.
  • Vande Bharat Express train has 8 chair car coaches with stainless steel car body and comfortable seating.
  • The bogies are provided with fully suspended traction motors for a speed capability of 160 KMPH.
  • Vande Bharat Express has two driver cab coaches at both ends, which ensures faster turn-around time at destinations and saves time.
  • The train will have on-board Wi-Fi infotainment, GPS-based passenger information system, sleek interiors, bio-vacuum toilets with touch-free features, diffused LED lighting, charging points under each seat, individual touch-based reading lights and concealed roller blinds. There are better passenger facilities.
  • Each coach is fitted with a 32 inch screen to provide information and entertainment to the passengers.
  • Mini Pantry facility is available in each coach for availability of hot food, hot and cold beverages to the passengers. This travel friendly pantry is fully insulated which reduces the heat and noise level of the pantry.
  • Air-conditioning system with improved heat ventilation and ultra violet lamp to supply germ free air and intelligent air-conditioning system adjusts cooling according to climatic conditions/number of passengers.
  • Comfortable reclining seats have been provided in all classes, while executive coaches have the additional facility of 180 degree swivel seats.
  • This train is equipped with “Kavach” technology which is an indigenously developed Train Collision Avoidance System.
  • It is also fitted with emergency alarm button and emergency talk back unit, so that passengers can talk to the crew in case of emergency. CCTVs have been installed in all coaches for safe travel.
  • The gangway connecting the coaches of Vande Bharat Express to each other has been completely sealed with sensors. Doors are interlocked for dust free environment.
  • To enhance the green footprint of Indian Railways, the train has been designed in such a way that power cars have been removed and with advanced regenerative braking system, it also saves about 30% power.
  • It can accelerate from 0 to 100 KMPH in just 52 seconds and reach a top speed of 160 KMPH in 129 seconds.
  • Vande Bharat 2.0 is more advanced and equipped with better facilities. The weight of this upgraded Vande Bharat Express will be 392 tonnes.
  • Seat numbers in Braille on the handrails of disabled-friendly seats.

Benefits of Vande Bharat train

  • The introduction of the train will boost tourism in the surrounding areas and provide a comfortable and faster mode of travel. Tourist places can be visited in minimum time.
  • New employment will be created.
  • Benefits to farmers, traders.
  • Higher educational institutions will be connected to the capital.
  • Travel time will also be saved.
  • Vande Bharat Express will be environment friendly.

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Vande Bharat Express Jodhpur – Sabarmati Details

Vande Bharat Express Jodhpur – Sabarmati Details

Vande Bharat Express Jodhpur – Sabarmati Time Table, Route, Frequency and Fare Details

It has been decided that 12461 / 12462 Jodhpur – Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express will be inaugurated on 07.07.2023 from Sabarmati.

02439 / Sabarmati –- Jodhpur Vande Bharat Inaugural Special Train From Sabarmati on 2023 July 07

  • Train No. 12461 / Jodhpur – Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express

Train No. 12461 Jodhpur – Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express (Except Tuesday) will leave Jodhpur at 05.55 hrs on and from Sun Jul 09, 2023 and reach Sabarmati at 02.05 hrs, the same day.

  • Train No. 12461 Jodhpur – Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express Time Table
  • Travel Time: 6h 10m, 5 halts, Distance: 449 km, Avg Speed: 73 km/hr

The timings and stoppages of Train No. 12461 Jodhpur – Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express (Except Tuesday) are as follows:

Station Departs / Arrives Train No. 12461 Jodhpur – Sabarmati Vande Bharat Express Time Table
Jodhpur Jn (Departs) 05.55
Pali Marwar (a / d) 06.45 / 06.47
Falna (a / d) 07.50 / 07.52
Abu Road (a / d) 09.05 / 09.10
Palanpur Jn (a / d) 10.04 / 10.06
Mahesana Jn (a / d) 10.49 / 10.51
Sabarmati (Arrives) 12.05

Train No. 12462 Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express

In return direction Train No. 12462 Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express (Except Tuesday) will leave Sabarmati at 16.45 hrs on and from Sun July 09, 2023 and reach Jodhpur at 22.55 hrs, the same day

  • Train No. 12462 Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express Time Table
  • Travel Time: 6h 10m, 5 halts, Distance: 449 km, Avg Speed: 73 km/hr

The timings and stoppages of Train No. 12462 Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express (Except Tuesday) are as follows:

Station Departs / Arrives Train No. 12462 Sabarmati – Jodhpur Vande Bharat Express Time Table
Sabarmati Departs 16.45
Mahesana Jn (a / d) 17.33 /17.35
Palanpur Jn (a / d) 18.38 / 18.40
Abu Road (a / d) 19.13 /19.18
Falna (a / d) 20.21 / 20.23
Pali Marwar (a / d) 21.40 /21.42
Jodhpur Jn Arrives 22.55

Features of Vande Bharat Express train

  • Vande Bharat Express is a self-propelled semi-high speed train set. This train has been completely indigenously manufactured under the “Make in India” initiative.
  • Vande Bharat Express train has 8 chair car coaches with stainless steel car body and comfortable seating.
  • The bogies are provided with fully suspended traction motors for a speed capability of 160 KMPH.
  • Vande Bharat Express has two driver cab coaches at both ends, which ensures faster turn-around time at destinations and saves time.
  • The train will have on-board Wi-Fi infotainment, GPS-based passenger information system, sleek interiors, bio-vacuum toilets with touch-free features, diffused LED lighting, charging points under each seat, individual touch-based reading lights and concealed roller blinds. There are better passenger facilities.
  • Each coach is fitted with a 32 inch screen to provide information and entertainment to the passengers.
  • Mini Pantry facility is available in each coach for availability of hot food, hot and cold beverages to the passengers. This travel friendly pantry is fully insulated which reduces the heat and noise level of the pantry.
  • Air-conditioning system with improved heat ventilation and ultra violet lamp to supply germ free air and intelligent air-conditioning system adjusts cooling according to climatic conditions/number of passengers.
  • Comfortable reclining seats have been provided in all classes, while executive coaches have the additional facility of 180 degree swivel seats.
  • This train is equipped with “Kavach” technology which is an indigenously developed Train Collision Avoidance System.
  • It is also fitted with emergency alarm button and emergency talk back unit, so that passengers can talk to the crew in case of emergency. CCTVs have been installed in all coaches for safe travel.
  • The gangway connecting the coaches of Vande Bharat Express to each other has been completely sealed with sensors. Doors are interlocked for dust free environment.
  • To enhance the green footprint of Indian Railways, the train has been designed in such a way that power cars have been removed and with advanced regenerative braking system, it also saves about 30% power.
  • It can accelerate from 0 to 100 KMPH in just 52 seconds and reach a top speed of 160 KMPH in 129 seconds.
  • Vande Bharat 2.0 is more advanced and equipped with better facilities. The weight of this upgraded Vande Bharat Express will be 392 tonnes.
  • Seat numbers in Braille on the handrails of disabled-friendly seats.

Benefits of Vande Bharat train

  • The introduction of the train will boost tourism in the surrounding areas and provide a comfortable and faster mode of travel. Tourist places can be visited in minimum time.
  • New employment will be created.
  • Benefits to farmers, traders.
  • Higher educational institutions will be connected to the capital.
  • Travel time will also be saved.
  • Vande Bharat Express will be environment friendly.

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Vande Bharat Trains introduced between Gorakhpur-Lucknow via Ayodhya, and Jodhpur- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati)

Vande Bharat Trains introduced between Gorakhpur-Lucknow via Ayodhya, and Jodhpur- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati)

  • Prime Minister flags off two new Vande Bharat Express trains from Gorakhpur Railway station
  • Vande Bharat Trains introduced between Gorakhpur-Lucknow via Ayodhya, and Jodhpur- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati)
  • Now, there are total 25 Vande Bharat Trains operational in the Country
  • These Trains are saving hours of Journey time as compared to the current fastest train in the routes
  • Vande Bharat Express to provide world class experience to passengers and provide boost to tourism

Posted On: 07 JUL 2023 6:20PM by PIB Delhi

Indian Railways witnessed a historic day today when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi flagged off two new & upgraded versions of Vande Bharat Express trains at Gorakhpur Station in Uttar Pradesh. During the event, Governor, Uttar Pradesh Smt. Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister, Shri Yogi Adityanath, Gorakhpur MP, Shri Ravi Kishan Shukla, public representatives and special guests were also present at the venue.

Heralding a new era of comfortable and enhanced rail travel experience, two new Vande Bharat Express trains are running between Gorakhpur-Lucknow via Ayodhya and Jodhpur- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati). These Vande Bharat trains flagged off today will improve connectivity among the state capitals and other cities, reduce the travelling time & enhance the comfort of journey. These Vande Bharat trains are taking the message of a New India – Viksit Bharat to each and every corner of our nation.

Gorakhpur-Lucknow Vande Bharat Express

Uttar Pradesh’s second Vande Bharat Express train, will depart from Gorakhpur and will reach Lucknow same day with stoppages at Basti and Ayodhya. With the operation of Vande Bharat train, the connectivity of Gorakhpur and Lucknow and nearby religious places and tourist places will increase,as well as the all-round development of the region will also enhance. This route will also fulfill the long demand of connectivity between the religious towns. This would be the fastest train between Gorakhpur and Lucknow as it will take 31 minutes less than the fastest train between the two cities.

Jodhpur- Ahmedabad (Sabarmati)

Rajasthan’s Jodhpur-Ahmedabad (Sabarmati) Vande Bharat Express train will depart from Jodhpur Railway Station and reach Ahmedabad (Sabarmati) station the same day with stoppage at Pali Marwad, Ranakpur Abu Road. It will facilitate easy and fast travel, and become an important medium to connect the culture, tourism and pilgrimage places of these regions. Vande Bharat Express will also provide a pleasant and better rail travel experience.

Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone of Gorakhpur Railway Station redevelopment. The station will be redeveloped at a cost of around Rs. 498 crore and will provide world class passenger amenities.

Vande Bharat Express trains offer a myriad of superior amenities which will provide passengers with world class comfortable travelling experience & advanced state-of-the-art safety features including KAVACH technology. Each train has been provided with bogies having fully suspended traction motors for 160 kmph operational speed. The advanced state-of-the-art suspension system ensures smooth and safe journey & enhanced riding comfort for passengers.

The train has been designed to increase Indian Railways’ Green footprint by dispensing with the power cars and saving about 30% electricity with advanced regenerative braking system.