Reported by : AMARESHANNA KAMANAKERI
Udupi, Nov 12: The much-awaited Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru–Mangaluru–Udupi–Madgaon, a long-standing demand of the coastal region, will be officially launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, November 13. The Prime Minister will flag off the semi-high-speed train from Bengaluru.
A special welcome programme has been organised at Udupi Railway Station to mark the historic occasion and welcome the train on its arrival in the coastal district. The programme will be held at 10.30 pm on November 13, in the presence of Udupi MLA Yashpal A. Suvarna.
The introduction of the Vande Bharat service is expected to significantly improve connectivity between Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Udupi and Madgaon in Goa, offering faster, safer and more comfortable travel for passengers. The service is also expected to benefit business communities, students and tourists travelling between the state capital and the coastal region.
The launch of the premium train service marks a significant milestone for coastal Karnataka, fulfilling a long-pending aspiration of people in the region and strengthening rail connectivity across Karnataka and Goa.
