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Vande Bharat Express service between Surat and Udaipur commences
Ticket bookings for the new Vande Bharat Express connecting Surat and Udaipur have opened from October 1st. Regular service operations are expected to begin this week.
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The long-awaited Vande Bharat Express service linking Surat in Gujarat and Udaipur in Rajasthan has officially commenced ticket sales, marking a significant expansion of India's semi-high-speed rail network in the western region.
Online bookings opened on October 1st through the Indian Railways' official booking portal, allowing passengers to reserve seats for the new service. The timing of the launch is expected to provide commuters and travelers with enhanced connectivity between the two prominent cities.
Railways officials indicated that regular operations would commence within the week following the opening of reservations. The Vande Bharat Express service, known for its modern amenities and improved travel experience, is anticipated to reduce transit time between Surat and Udaipur while offering passengers upgraded onboard facilities.
The introduction of the service reflects the government's continued focus on modernizing rail infrastructure and improving inter-city connectivity across South and Southeast India's commercial and tourist corridors.