Bangalore-Kaluburagi Vande Bharat was flagged on 12th of March 2024. On the eve of the second anniversary festivities are happening in Railways.
What makes this route and this Train so important is the fact this is the most Successful train in South India. In 2026, it showed the staggering 103.6 % of Occupancy rate. Since its inception in the year 2024, it has carried 5.72 lakh Passengers till 2026 March 12.
It covers 561 Kms in roughly 8 hours, saving 2 to 4 hours compared to earlier Superfast trains like Udyan Express.
The route commutes through Yalahanka, Anantapur, Guntkal and Mantralaya,Raichur and Yadgiri. It is connecting the pilgrimage city like Mantralaya with Commercial cities like Guntakal.As an operational upgrade on the eve of second anniversary, South Western Railway has announced the change in timings from March 15th. For the trains22231 and 22232.
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The success is eventually is speeding up the process to introduce the latest sleeperclass and lexury Trains in South India.With the success of this Vande Bharat train, Bangalore- Goa route is finalized Connecting Yashwantpur with Madgaon.
The journey would be a visible delight as the route runs through Western Ghats, Most likely will be launched end this year.