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| Ahmedabad - Bhuj Namo Bharat Rapid Rail | |||||
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 Namo Bharat standing on Ahmedabad Junction | |||||
| Overview | |||||
| Service type | Inter-city rail, Namo Bharat Rapid Rail | ||||
| Status | Active | ||||
| Locale | Gujarat | ||||
| First service | 16 September 2024 (Inaugural) 17 September 2024 (Commercial) | ||||
| Current operator(s) | Western Railway (WR) | ||||
| Route | |||||
| Start | Ahmedabad Junction (ADI) | ||||
| Stops | 13 | ||||
| End | Bhuj (BHUJ) | ||||
| Distance travelled | 359 km (223 mi) | ||||
| Average journey time | 5h 45m | ||||
| Service frequency | Weekly | ||||
| Train number(s) | 94801 / 94802 | ||||
| On-board services | |||||
| Class(es) | Unreserved AC Chair Car (CC) | ||||
| Seating arrangements | Yes | ||||
| Sleeping arrangements | No | ||||
| Catering facilities | No | ||||
| Observation facilities | Wide Windows | ||||
| Entertainment facilities | |||||
| Baggage facilities | Overhead racks | ||||
| Other facilities | |||||
| Technical | |||||
| Track gauge | Indian gauge 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) broad gauge | ||||
| Electrification | 25 kV 50 Hz AC overhead line | ||||
| Operating speed | 130 km/h (81 mph) maximum 62 km (39 mi) (Avg.) | ||||
| Track owner(s) | Indian Railways | ||||
| Rake sharing | No | ||||
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The 94801/94802 Ahmedabad–Bhuj Namo Bharat Rapid Rail is India's 1st Semi-High speed Intercity train which connects the Ahmedabad Junction and terminates in Bhuj of Gujarat in India. It categorized under the Vande Metro/Namo Bharat Rapid Rail Network.[1][2]
The train is inaugurated on 16 September 2024 by Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad of Gujarat in India.[3][4]
Overview[edit | edit source]
The train is operated by Indian Railways, connecting Ahmedabad Junction and Bhuj. It is currently operated with 94801/94802 on weekly basis.[5][6]
Rakes[edit | edit source]
The Ahmedabad–Bhuj Namo Bharat Rapid Rail operates with a modern 12–coach formation. The standard configuration is arranged as C1 to C12. All coaches are fully air-conditioned and designed for rapid transit operations under Western Railway. The rake is maintained at the Ahmedabad coaching depot. Coaches include reserved seating and dedicated arrangements for women and senior citizens. The train set uses stainless steel LHB design for enhanced safety and comfort.[7] Maintenance and periodic overhauls are scheduled at Ahmedabad. The capacity of each coach allows for efficient passenger flow on this busy corridor. The formation is designed to provide both comfort and speed for medium-distance travel.
Schedule[edit | edit source]
| Train No. | Station Code | Departure Station | Departure Time | Departure Day | Arrival Station | Arrival Time | Arrival Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94801 | ADI | Ahmedabad Junction | 5:25 PM | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | Bhuj | 11:10 PM | 5h 45m |
| 94802 | BHUJ | Bhuj | 5:15 AM | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday | Ahmedabad Junction | 10:50 AM | 5h 35m |
Routes and halts[edit | edit source]
| Station Name (Ahmedabad → Bhuj)
94801 ↓ |
Station Name (Bhuj → Ahmedabad)
94802 ↓ |
|---|---|
| Ahmedabad Junction | Bhuj |
| Sabarmati Junction | Anjar |
| Chandlodiya | Gandhidham Junction |
| Ambli Road | Bhachau |
| Sanand | Samakhiali Junction |
| Viramgam Junction | Halvad |
| Dharangadhra Junction | Dhrangadhra Junction |
| Halvad | Viramgam Junction |
| Samakhiali Junction | Sanand |
| Bhachau | Ambli Road |
| Gandhidham Junction | Chandlodiya |
| Anjar | Sabarmati Junction |
| Bhuj | Ahmedabad Junction |
Rake reversal[edit | edit source]
There is no rake reversal or rake reversal.
See also[edit | edit source]
● Bhuj
Notes[edit | edit source]
a. Runs 6 days in a week for both direction.
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 'Chakraborty', 'Shivam' (16 September 2024). "India's 1st Vande Metro renamed as Namo Bharat Rapid Rail. Know train timing, stops and more". Mint. p. 2.
- ↑ 'Gupta', 'Dev'. "PM Modi to flag off Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, inaugurate major projects in Ahmedabad today". CNBC. p. 1.
- ↑ 'Gaikward', 'Dhruv' (16 September 2024). "PM Modi to flag off country's first Vande Metro service between Ahmedabad-Bhuj in Gujarat". The Economic Times. p. 3.
- ↑ 'Pandey', 'Deepak' (16 September 2024). "Namo Bharat Rapid Rail: कितना होगा किराया, क्या होगी रफ्तार? जानें फीचर्स से लेकर सबकुछ". News 24. p. 5.
- ↑ 'Shetty', 'Hasna' (16 September 2024). "Namo Bharat Rapid Rail: देश को आज मिलेगी पहली नमो भारत रैपिड रेल, जानें- टाइमिंग, रूट और किराया". ABP. p. 3.
- ↑ 'Mishra', 'Kamal' (5 November 2024). "Mumbai-Ahmedabad Vande Metro Trial Reaches 130 km/h, Showcasing Namo Bharat Rapid Rail's Capabilities". The Free Press Journal. p. 4.
- ↑ 'Tiwari', 'Atul' (16 September 2024). "गुजरात में रैपिड रेल की शुरुआत! पीएम मोदी ने दिखाई हरी झंडी, जानें रूट और किराया". Aaj Tak. p. 2.