Vande Bharat Express

Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad – Visakhapatnam – Secunderabad Details

Vande Bharat Express Visakhapatnam – Secunderabad (Train No. 20833 / 20834) Timings, Route and Frequency

Train No. 20833 / 20834 Visakhapatnam – Secunderabad – Visakhapatnam  Vande Bharat Express Time Table

Train No. 20833 Visakhapatnam – Secunderabad Vande Bharat Express		Stations		Train No. 20834 Secunderabad – Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express
05.45	D	Visakhapatnam Jn	A	23.30
07.55 / 07.57	A / D	Rajahmundry	A / D	20.58 / 21.00
10.00  / 10.05	A / D	Vijayawada Jn	A / D	19.00 / 19.05
11.00 / 11.01	A / D	Khammam	A / D	17.45 / 17.46
12.05 / 12.06	A / D	Warangal	A / D	16.35 / 16.36
14.15	A	Secunderabad Jn	D	15.00

Frequency	Ex-VSKP : Six Days (Except Sunday)
	Ex-sc : Six Days (Except Sunday)
Composition	One Train 18 Set
Commercial Stoppages	Rajahmundry, Vijayawada Jn, Khammam and Warangal
Primary Maintenance	Visakhapatnam

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Prime Minister’s Office

PM flags off Vande Bharat Express train connecting Secunderabad with Visakhapatnam via video conferencing

• “Vande Bharat will link the shared heritage of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh”
• “Vande Bharat Express signifies that India wants the best of everything”
• “Vande Bharat is a symbol of New India’s capability and resolve”
• “Infrastructure related to connectivity not only connects two places but also links dreams with reality and ensures Sabka Vikas”
• “Wherever there is Gati (speed), there is Pragati (Progress). Whenever progress takes place prosperity is assured”
• “Work done in the last 7-8 years will transform the Indian Railway in the coming 7-8 years”

Posted On: 15 JAN 2023 12:05PM by PIB Delhi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi flagged off the Vande Bharat Express train connecting Secunderabad with Visakhapatnam via video conferencing today. This train will be the eighth Vande Bharat Express to be introduced by Indian Railways and will be the first one connecting the two Telugu-speaking states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, covering a distance of around 700 km. It will have stoppages at Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry and Vijayawada stations in Andhra Pradesh and at Khammam, Warangal and Secunderabad stations in Telangana.

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister noted the festivities and said that in this auspicious atmosphere, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are getting a grand gift which will connect the shared heritage of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. He congratulated the people of the two states on occasion. He also paid tributes to the armed forces on Army Day and said that the Indian Army is known for its bravery and professionalism.

Continuing with the reference of festivities that connect all parts of the country, the Prime Minister said India Indian Railways also connects by traversing the length and breadth of the country providing opportunity to understand, know and connect various parts of the country in the spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.

The Prime Minister pointed out that the Vande Bharat express will greatly benefit both pilgrims and tourists and informed that the travel time between Secunderabad and Visakhapatnam will be further reduced.

“Vande Bharat is a symbol of New India’s capability and resolve”, the Prime Minister continued, “It is a symbol of that India which has chosen the path of rapid development.” The Prime Minister highlighted that the train reflects an India which is eager towards its dreams and aspirations, an India that wants to achieve its goal, an India that strives for excellence, an India that wants to deliver the best to its citizens, and an India that has broken the shackles of the mentality of slavery and heading towards atmanirbharta.

The Prime Minister also underlined the speed of work that is taking place with regard to Vande Bharat trains. He mentioned that within 15 days second Vande Bharat is operationalized this year and this indicates the speed of change on the ground. He also highlighted the indigenous character of Vande Bharat trains and their impact and pride in the minds of the people. He informed that 7 Vande Bharat Trains have covered the cumulative distance of 23 lakh kilometres, equivalent to 58 rounds of earth. More than 40 lakh passengers have traveled in Vande Bharat trains so far, he said.

The Prime Minister pointed to the direct link between connectivity and speed and their connection with ‘Sabka Vikas’. “Infrastructure related to connectivity not only connects two places but also links dreams with reality, manufacturing to market, talent to proper platform. Connectivity expands the possibilities of development”, he said. “Wherever there is Gati (speed), there is Pragati (Progress). Whenever progress takes place prosperity is assured”, he added.

The Prime Minister recalled the time when the benefits of modern connectivity were limited to a select few and the bulk of the population was suffering from expensive transportation wasting a lot of time. Vande Bharat train exemplifies the transformation of leaving that thinking behind and a vision of connecting everyone with speed and progress. The Prime Minister highlighted that the times of excuses and poor image of railways and a fatalist approach to the dismal situation changed when with good and honest intentions, these problems were addressed and in the past eight years, this is the mantra that transformed Indian railways.

The Prime Minister said that today traveling by Indian Railway is becoming a pleasant experience. Many Railway Stations reflect the image of modern India. “Work done in the last 7-8 years will transform the Indian Railway in the coming 7-8 years”, he said. Shri Modi elaborated on the measures like vistadome coaches and heritage trains to promote tourism, Kisan Rail to carry agricultural produce to far-flung markets, more than 2 dozen cities have got Metro network and a futuristic rapid rail transit system is emerging fast.

The Prime Minister pointed out the exceptional work that has been done regarding railways in Telangana, in the last 8 years. He informed that 8 years prior to 2014, Telangana had a budget of less than Rs 250 crore for the Railways but today it has increased to Rs 3000 crore. He informed that many areas of Telangana like Medak are now connected by rail service for the first time. He also noted that less than 125 kilometres of new rail lines were built in Telangana in the 8 years before 2014, while about 325 kilometres of new rail lines in Telangana in the last years. He also informed that the work of ‘track multi-tracking’ of more than 250 kilometres has also been done in Telangana and added that the electrification of railway tracks in the state has gone up 3 times during this electrification period. “Very soon we are going to complete the electrification work on all broad gauge routes in Telangana”, the Prime Minister informed.

The Prime Minister observed that the Vande Bharat is also connected to Andhra Pradesh from one end and informed that the Central Government is continuously working to strengthen the rail network in Andhra Pradesh. Highlighting the efforts of the Central Government to boost the Ease of Living as well as the Ease of Doing Business, the Prime Minister noted that in the past years, the construction of 350 kilometres of new railway lines and about 800 kilometres of multi-tracking has been completed in Andhra Pradesh. Compared to pre-2014, he observed that only 60 kilometres of railway tracks were electrified annually in Andhra Pradesh during the previous government and informed that this speed has now increased to more than 220 kilometres annually.

Concluding the address, the Prime Minister said, “This process of speed and progress will continue like this’ ‘ and congratulated everyone on the Vande Bharat Express train to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

Governor Ms Tamilisai Soundararajan, Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Shri G Kishan Reddy, state ministers, and members of Parliament were among those present on the occasion.

Background

This is the eighth Vande Bharat Express to be introduced by Indian Railways and is the first one connecting the two Telugu-speaking states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, covering a distance of around 700 km. The travel time from Secunderabad to Visakhapatnam will be reduced to eight and a half hours from 12 and a half hours. It will have stoppages at Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry and Vijayawada stations in Andhra Pradesh and at Khammam, Warangal and Secunderabad stations in Telangana.

The indigenously designed train set of Vande Bharat Express is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities. It will provide a faster, more comfortable and more convenient travel experience to rail users.

The introduction of the train will help boost tourism in the region and provide a comfortable and faster mode of travel. This will be the eighth Vande Bharat train to be introduced in the country and is an advanced version compared to the earlier ones, being much lighter and capable of reaching higher speeds in a shorter duration. Vande Bharat 2.0 is equipped with more advancements and improved features such as reaching a speed of 0 to 100 kilometres per hour in just 52 seconds, and a maximum speed of up to 180 kilometres per hour. The improved Vande Bharat Express will weigh 392 tons when compared to the previous version of 430 tons. It will also have a Wi-Fi content on-demand facility. Every coach has 32” screens providing passenger information and infotainment compared to 24” in the previous version. Vande Bharat Express will also be environmentally friendly as the ACs will be 15 per cent more energy efficient. With dust-free clean air cooling of the traction motor, travel will become more comfortable. A side recliner seat facility provided only to Executive Class passengers earlier will now be made available for all classes. Executive Coaches have the added feature of 180-degree rotating seats.

In the new design of Vande Bharat Express, a photo-catalytic ultraviolet air purification system is installed in the Roof-Mounted Package Unit (RMPU) for air purification. As recommended by Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIO), Chandigarh, this system is designed and installed on both ends of RMPU to filter and clean the air free from germs, bacteria, viruses etc. coming through fresh air and return air.

The Vande Bharat Express 2.0 offers various superior and aircraft-like travelling experiences. It is equipped with advanced state-of-the-art safety features including an indigenously developed Train Collision Avoidance System – KAVACH.

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A Sankranti gift to the People of Telangana & Andhra Pradesh! Prime Minister Narendra Modi will Virtually Flag Off a Vande Bharat Train between Secunderabad –  Visakhapatnam on 15-01-2023, Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy has said in Twitter

8th Vande Bharat will provide train services to the passengers of Telugu states. Vande Bharat train will be available on Secunderabad – Visakhapatnam route. Expected Stoppages:   Secunderabad Jn (SC), Warangal (WL), Khammam (KMT), Vijayawada Jn (BZA), Rajahmundry (RJY) and Visakhapatnam Jn (VSKP).

Indian Railways is expected to announce the Train Numbers and Timings of Secunderabad –  Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express train soon.

Ticket price of Secunderabad – Visakhapatnam Vande Bharat Express has not been announced.

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Vande Bharat Express 2.0 Features

New and improved Vande Bharat 2.0 trains with enhanced safety features, better ride index and passenger amenities have been introduced

In an effort to boost domestic production, IR has invited bids to establish facilities for manufacturing and supply of about 15,40,000 wheels of different rolling stock

The new and improved Vande Bharat Ver 2.0 trains, with enhanced safety features, better ride index and passenger amenities, have been introduced after detailed trials, performance and safety testing of the train and its sub-systems. The following tests were conducted by Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) / Lucknow:-

1. Oscillation trials @ 115 kmph on mainline tracks and at 180kmph on Rajdhani Tracks.
2. Emergency Braking Distance Trials at 160 kmph and performance testing of Brake Systems.
3. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) and Pacemaker Tests.
4. Noise and vibration tests.
5. Tests on Propulsion and Train Control Systems.
6. Fire and smoke detection tests.
7. Clearance by Electrical Inspector General to Government of India.
8. Detailed safety inspection and running trial run at 180 kmph by Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS) / Ministry of Civil Aviation.
9. Subsequent to mandatory safety and operation trial of the prototype train, Ministry of Railways has issued sanction for introduction of Vande Bharat Train set with new design propulsion system and bogies over Indian Railways.

Integral Chief Factory (ICF) / Chennai has already turned out three (3) rakes of new and improved version of Vande Bharat Ver.2 trains till November 2022, in addition to two (2) Vande Bharat Trains in service since 2019. Regular production of Vande Bharat Ver.2 has started from ICF from September 2022.

Production of thirty-five (35) rakes in coach production programme 2022-23 and sixty seven (67) rakes in coach production programme 2023-24 have been issued. However, actual turnout depends on supply chain, which is developing rapidly.

In an effort to boost domestic production of wheels, a tender has been floated for inviting bids from prospective vendors to establish facilities for manufacturing and supply of about 15,40,000 wheels of different rolling stock to the Railways over the period of 20 years. Tender has been floated under Make-In-India wherein only class-1 loco suppliers with local content more than 60% are eligible. The tender is due to be opened on 24.01.2023.

The first rake of new and improved version of Vande Bharat Ver 2.0 was inaugurated on 30.09.2022 from Gandhinagar Capital to Mumbai Central in Western Railway and is running in regular service since 01.10.2022. An incidence of hit by cattle on 06.10.2022 was reported between Gairatpur and Vatva division. The incidence caused minor damage to Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) coupler cover with brackets of Coach No. 226430 / DTC. The train journey was completed without any issue further. The FRP coupler cover with brackets was repaired in Mumbai Central (MMCT) depot without affecting any disruption in train services onwards.

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• Vande Bharat Express Bilaspur – Nagpur – Bilaspur (Train Nos. 20825 / Train Nos. 20826) Details
• Vande Bharat Express Chennai – Mysuru – Chennai (Train No. 20607 / Train No. 20608) Details
• Vande Bharat Express New Delhi – Amb Andaura – New Delhi (Train No. 22447 / Train No. 22448) Details
• Vande Bharat Gandhinagar – Mumbai  (Train No. 20901 / Train No. 20902) Details

Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad to Visakhapatnam Timings | Vande Bharat Express Visakhapatnam to Secunderabad Timings | Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad to Visakhapatnam Ticket Price | Vande Bharat Express Visakhapatnam to Secunderabad Ticket Price

Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad – Vijayawada – Secunderabad Details

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will start the Vande Bharat train on the route from Secunderabad to Vijayawada.
• Vande Bharat Express from Secunderabad to Vijayawada via Kazipet.

So far 7 Vande Bharat trains are available in India. Vande Bharat trains are running on New Delhi – Varanasi, New Delhi – Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, New Delhi – Amb Andaura, Mumbai Central – Gandhi Nagar, Mysore – Chennai, Nagpur – Bilaspur, Howrah – New Jalpaiguri routes.

8th Vande Bharat will provide train services to the passengers of Telugu states. Vande Bharat train will be available on Secunderabad – Vijayawada route.

Vande Bharat Express 2.0 Features

New and improved Vande Bharat 2.0 trains with enhanced safety features, better ride index and passenger amenities have been introduced

In an effort to boost domestic production, IR has invited bids to establish facilities for manufacturing and supply of about 15,40,000 wheels of different rolling stock

The new and improved Vande Bharat Ver 2.0 trains, with enhanced safety features, better ride index and passenger amenities, have been introduced after detailed trials, performance and safety testing of the train and its sub-systems. The following tests were conducted by Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) / Lucknow:-

1. Oscillation trials @ 115 kmph on mainline tracks and at 180kmph on Rajdhani Tracks.
2. Emergency Braking Distance Trials at 160 kmph and performance testing of Brake Systems.
3. Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) / Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) and Pacemaker Tests.
4. Noise and vibration tests.
5. Tests on Propulsion and Train Control Systems.
6. Fire and smoke detection tests.
7. Clearance by Electrical Inspector General to Government of India.
8. Detailed safety inspection and running trial run at 180 kmph by Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS) / Ministry of Civil Aviation.
9. Subsequent to mandatory safety and operation trial of the prototype train, Ministry of Railways has issued sanction for introduction of Vande Bharat Train set with new design propulsion system and bogies over Indian Railways.

Integral Chief Factory (ICF) / Chennai has already turned out three (3) rakes of new and improved version of Vande Bharat Ver.2 trains till November 2022, in addition to two (2) Vande Bharat Trains in service since 2019. Regular production of Vande Bharat Ver.2 has started from ICF from September 2022.

Production of thirty-five (35) rakes in coach production programme 2022-23 and sixty seven (67) rakes in coach production programme 2023-24 have been issued. However, actual turnout depends on supply chain, which is developing rapidly.

In an effort to boost domestic production of wheels, a tender has been floated for inviting bids from prospective vendors to establish facilities for manufacturing and supply of about 15,40,000 wheels of different rolling stock to the Railways over the period of 20 years. Tender has been floated under Make-In-India wherein only class-1 loco suppliers with local content more than 60% are eligible. The tender is due to be opened on 24.01.2023.

The first rake of new and improved version of Vande Bharat Ver 2.0 was inaugurated on 30.09.2022 from Gandhinagar Capital to Mumbai Central in Western Railway and is running in regular service since 01.10.2022. An incidence of hit by cattle on 06.10.2022 was reported between Gairatpur and Vatva division. The incidence caused minor damage to Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) coupler cover with brackets of Coach No. 226430 / DTC. The train journey was completed without any issue further. The FRP coupler cover with brackets was repaired in Mumbai Central (MMCT) depot without affecting any disruption in train services onwards.

This information was given by the Minister of Railways, Communications and Electronic & Information Technology, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.

• Vande Bharat Express Bilaspur – Nagpur – Bilaspur (Train Nos. 20825 / Train Nos. 20826) Details
• Vande Bharat Express Chennai – Mysuru – Chennai (Train No. 20607 / Train No. 20608) Details
• Vande Bharat Express New Delhi – Amb Andaura – New Delhi (Train No. 22447 / Train No. 22448) Details
• Vande Bharat Gandhinagar – Mumbai  (Train No. 20901 / Train No. 20902) Details

Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad to Vijayawada Timings | Vande Bharat Express Vijayawada to Secunderabad Timings | Vande Bharat Express Secunderabad to Vijayawada Ticket Price | Vande Bharat Express Vijayawada to Secunderabad Ticket Price

Vande Bharat Express Bilaspur – Nagpur – Bilaspur (Train Nos. 20825 / Train Nos. 20826) Details

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi flagged off Vande Bharat Express connecting Nagpur and Bilaspur from platform number 1 of the Nagpur Railway Station today.

The Prime Minister inspected the train coaches of the Vande Bharat Express and took stock of the onboard facilities. Shri Modi inspected the control centre of the locomotive engine of Vande Bharat Express and also took stock of the development plans of the Nagpur and Ajni Railway Stations. The travel time from Nagpur to Bilaspur will be reduced to 5 hours 30 mins from 7-8 hours.

The Prime Minister tweeted:

“Flagged off the Vande Bharat Express between Nagpur and Bilaspur. Connectivity will be significantly enhanced by this train.”

The Prime Minister was accompanied by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Eknath Shinde, the Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis and Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari when he arrived at Nagpur Railway Station.

Background

The introduction of the train will help boost tourism in the region and provide a comfortable and faster mode of travel. The travel time from Nagpur to Bilaspur will be 5 hours and 30 mins. This will be the sixth Vande Bharat train to be introduced in the country and is an advanced version compared to the earlier ones, being much lighter and capable of reaching higher speeds in a shorter duration. Vande Bharat 2.0 is equipped with more advancements and improved features such as reaching a speed of 0 to 100 kilometres per hour in just 52 seconds, and a maximum speed of up to 180 kilometres per hour. The improved Vande Bharat Express will weigh 392 tons when compared to the previous version of 430 tons. It will also have a Wi-Fi content on-demand facility. Every coach has 32” screens providing passenger information and infotainment compared to 24” in the previous version. Vande Bharat Express will also be environmentally friendly as the ACs will be 15 per cent more energy efficient. With dust-free clean air cooling of the traction motor, travel will become more comfortable. A side recliner seat facility provided only to Executive Class passengers earlier will now be made available for all classes. Executive Coaches have the added feature of 180-degree rotating seats.

In the new design of Vande Bharat Express, a photo-catalytic ultraviolet air purification system is installed in the Roof-Mounted Package Unit (RMPU) for air purification. As recommended by Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIO), Chandigarh, this system is designed and installed on both ends of RMPU to filter and clean the air free from germs, bacteria, viruses etc. coming through fresh air and return air.

The Vande Bharat Express 2.0 offers various superior and aircraft-like travelling experiences. It is equipped with advanced state-of-the-art safety features including an indigenously developed Train Collision Avoidance System – KAVACH.

Source: PIB

Vande Bharat Express Bilaspur to Nagpur Timings | Vande Bharat Express Nagpur to Bilaspur Timings

Regular operation of Train Nos. 20825 / 20826 Bilaspur – Nagpur – Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express trains will commence on and from 12th December 2022, from both the destinations, namely, Bilaspur and Nagpur.

The service of Train Nos.20825 / 20826 Bilaspur – Nagpur – Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express trains will be operated six days a week (except Saturdays) from both the ends.

Stoppages will be provided at Bilaspur Jn, Raipur Jn, Durg Jn, Raj Nandgaon, Gondia Jn, Nagpur Jn for both the services.

Train Nos. 20825 Bilaspur – Nagpur Vande Bharat Express Time Table | Train Nos. 20826 Nagpur – Bilaspur Bharat Express Time Table

Train No.20825 Bilaspur – Nagpur Vande Bharat Express  (Except Saturdays)		Stations		Train No. 20826  Nagpur – Bilaspur Vande Bharat Express (Except Saturdays)
06.45	(d)	Bilaspur Jn	(a)	19.35
08.01 / 08.03	(a / d)	Raipur Jn	(a / d)	17.50 / 17.52
08.48 / 08.50	(a / d)	Durg Jn	(a / d)	17.15 / 17.17
09.07 / 09.08	(a / d)	Raj Nandgaon	(a / d)	16.44 /16.45
10.28 / 10.30	(a / d)	Gondia Jn	(a / d)	15.36 / 15.38
12.20	(a)	Nagpur Jn	(d)	14.05

Distance Between Bilaspur – Nagpur  is 412.4 KMS

Vande Bharat Express Bilaspur to Nagpur Ticket Price | Vande Bharat Express Nagpur to Bilaspur Ticket Price

Generally, No concession and Child fare shall be admissible in the above Vande Bharat Express trains. Only full fare adult tickets shall be issued. Other terms and conditions for booking, cancellation, refund, etc. shall be as per Shatabdi trains. 

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Flag off Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express

• PM to visit Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on 11th and 12th November
• PM to dedicate and lay foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 25,000 crore
• PM to inaugurate Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru; to also flag off Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express
• PM to unveil 108 feet bronze statue of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda in Bengaluru
• PM to dedicate ONGC’s U field Onshore Deep water block project in Visakhapatnam; to also lay the foundation stone of GAIL’s Srikakulam Angul Natural Gas Pipeline Project
• PM to lay foundation stone of AP section of 6-lane GreenField Raipur – Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor in Visakhapatnam; to also lay foundation stone for redevelopment of Visakhapatnam Railway Station
• PM to dedicate Fertilizer plant at Ramagundum – its foundation stone was also laid by PM in 2016
• PM to address 36th Convocation Ceremony of Gandhigram Rural Institute at Dindigul

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on 11th and 12th November, 2022. On 11th November at around 9:45 AM, Prime Minister will pay floral tributes to the statues of saint poet Sri Kanaka Dasa and also to Maharshi Valmiki at Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru. At around 10:20 AM, Prime Minister will flag off Vande Bharat Express and Bharat Gaurav Kashi Darshan Train at KSR railway station in Bengaluru. At around 11:30 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport. Thereafter, at around 12 noon, Prime Minister will unveil the 108 feet bronze statue of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, followed by a Public function in Bengaluru at around 12:30 PM. At around 3:30 PM, Prime Minister will attend 36th Convocation Ceremony of Gandhigram Rural Institute at Dindigul in Tamil Nadu.

On 12th November, at around 10:30 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple projects at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh. At around 3:30 PM, Prime Minister will visit the RFCL plant in Ramagundam, Telangana. Thereafter, at around 4:15 PM, Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple projects at Ramagundam.

PM in Bengaluru, Karnataka

Prime Minister will inaugurate the Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport at Bengaluru, built at a cost of around Rs. 5000 crore. The terminal will double the passenger handling capacity of the airport to 5-6 crore passengers per annum, from the current capacity of about 2.5 crore.

Terminal 2 is designed as a tribute to the Garden city of Bengaluru and the passenger experience is meant to be a “walk in the garden”. Passengers will travel through 10,000+ sqmts of green walls, hanging gardens and outdoor gardens. The Airport has already established a benchmark in sustainability with 100% usage of renewable energy across the campus. Terminal 2 has been created with sustainability principles woven into the design. Based on the sustainability initiatives, Terminal 2 will be the largest terminal in the world to be pre certified platinum rating by US GBC (green building council) prior to commencing operations. The theme of ‘Naurasa’ unites all the commissioned artworks for Terminal 2. The artworks reflect the heritage and culture of Karnataka as well as the broader Indian ethos.

Overall, the design and architecture of Terminal 2 have been influenced by four guiding principles: Terminal in a garden, sustainability, technology and art & culture. All these facets showcase T2 as a terminal that is modern yet rooted in nature and offers a memorable ‘destination’ experience to all travellers.

Prime Minister will flag off Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express. Bengaluru at Kranthiveera Sangolli Rayanna (KSR) Railway Station. This will be the fifth Vande Bharat Express train in the country and first such train in South India. It will enhance connectivity between the industrial hub of Chennai and the Tech & Startup hub of Bengaluru and the famous tourist city of Mysuru.

PM will also flag off the Bharat Gaurav Kashi Yatra train from Bengaluru KSR Railway Station. Karnataka is the first state to take up this train under the Bharat Gaurav scheme in which Government of Karnataka and Ministry of Railways are working together to send pilgrims from Karnataka to Kashi. The pilgrims will be provided comfortable stay and guidance for visiting Kashi, Ayodhya and Prayagraj.

Prime Minister will unveil 108 metre long bronze statue of Sri Nadaprabhu Kempegowda. It is being built to commemorate the contribution of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, the founder of the city, towards the growth of Bengaluru. Conceptualized and sculpted by Ram V Sutar of Statue of Unity fame, 98 tonnes of bronze and 120 tonnes of steel have gone into making this statue

PM in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation and lay the foundation stone of projects worth over Rs. 10,500 crores. He will lay the foundation stone of Andhra Pradesh section of six lane Greenfield Raipur- Visakhapatnam Economic Corridor. It will be built at a cost of more than Rs 3750 crore. The Economic Corridor will provide faster connectivity between Industrial Nodes of Chhattisgarh & Odisha to Visakhapatnam Port & Chennai – Kolkata National Highway. It will also improve connectivity to tribal and backward areas of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone of a dedicated Port Road from Convent Junction to Sheela Nagar Junction in Visakhapatnam. It will ease traffic congestion in Visakhapatnam City by segregating local and port bound goods traffic. He will also dedicate to the nation, Narasannapeta to Pathapatnam section of NH-326A built at a cost of more than Rs 200 crore as a part of Srikakulam-Gajapati Corridor. The project would provide better connectivity in the region.

Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation, U-field Onshore Deep water block project of ONGC in Andhra Pradesh, developed at a cost of more than Rs. 2900 crores. It is the deepest Gas discovery of the project with gas production potential of about 3 million metric standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD). He will lay the foundation stone of Srikakulam Angul Natural Gas Pipeline Project of GAIL with capacity of around 6.65 MMSCMD. This 745 km long pipeline will be built at a total cost of more than Rs 2650 crores. Being a part of Natural Gas Grid (NGG), pipeline will create the vital infrastructure to supply Natural Gas to domestic households, industries, commercial units and Automobile sectors in various districts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. The pipeline will supply natural gas to the City Gas Distribution Network in Srikakulam and Vizianagaram districts of Andhra Pradesh.

Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone for redevelopment of Visakhapatnam Railway Station, to be done at a cost of around Rs 450 crores. The redeveloped station would cater to 75,000 passengers per day and will improve passenger experience by providing modern amenities.

Prime Minister will also lay the foundation stone of modernization and upgradation of Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour. The total cost of the project is around Rs. 150 crores. The fishing harbour, after its upgradation and modernisation will double the handling capacity from 150 Tons per day to about 300 Tons per day, provide safe landing and berthing and other modern infrastructure facilities reduce turnaround time in the jetty, reduce wastage and help improve price realisation.

PM in Ramagundam, Telangana

Prime Minister will dedicate and lay the foundation stone of multiple projects worth over Rs. 9500 crore in Ramagundam. He will dedicate Fertilizer plant at Ramagundam to the nation. Foundation stone for Ramagundam Project was also laid by Prime Minister on 7th August 2016. The driving force behind the revival of the Fertilizer Plant is the vision of the Prime Minister to achieve self-sufficiency in production of urea. The Ramagundam Plant will make available 12.7 LMT per annum indigenous neem coated Urea production.

The project has been set up under the aegis of Ramagundam Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (RFCL) which is a Joint Venture Company of National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), Engineers India Ltd (EIL) and Fertilizer Corporation of India Limited (FCIL). RFCL was entrusted with the responsibility of setting up the New Ammonia-Urea Plant with investment of more than Rs. 6300 crores. Gas to RFCL Plant will be supplied through Jagdishpur – Phulpur- Haldia Pipeline.

The Plant would ensure adequate and timely supply of urea fertilizer to the farmers in the state of Telangana as well as in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Chattisgarh and Maharashtra. The Plant would not only improve the availability of fertilizer but will also boost overall economic development in the region including development of infrastructures like roads, railways, ancillary industry etc. Apart from this, the region will benefit from development of MSME vendors for supply of various goods for the factory. RFCL’s ‘Bharat Urea’ will provide a tremendous boost to the economy by not only reducing imports but also by giving an impetus to the local farmers through timely supply of fertilizers and extension services.

Prime Minister will dedicate Bhadrachalam Road- Sattupalli rail line to the nation, which has been built at a cost of around Rs. 1000 crore. He will also lay the foundation stone of various road projects worth over Rs. 2200 crores, namely Medak-Siddipet-Elkathurthy section of NH-765DG; Bodhan-Basar-Bhainsa section of NH-161BB; Sironcha to Mahadevpur Section of NH-353C.

PM in Gandhigram, Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister will address the 36th Convocation ceremony of Gandhigram Rural Institute. More than 2300 students of 2018-19 and 2019-20 Batches will receive their degrees in the convocation ceremony.

Source: PIB