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Vande Bharat Express to Cut Bengaluru-Mangaluru Journey to Seven Hours
Indian Railways is set to launch a Vande Bharat Express service between Bengaluru and Mangaluru, slashing travel time by two hours. The semi-high-speed train is expected to commence operations from November 13.
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Karnataka commuters can expect a significant upgrade in rail connectivity between the state's tech hub and coastal city, with the proposed Vande Bharat Express service promising to reduce travel time between Bengaluru and Mangaluru from nine hours to seven hours.
The new service is anticipated to begin operations on November 13, marking another expansion of India's semi-high-speed train network. The Vande Bharat Express has emerged as a key component of Indian Railways' modernization strategy, offering improved comfort and faster journey times compared to conventional express trains.
The reduction in travel time between these two economically significant cities is expected to enhance business connectivity and tourism. Bengaluru, India's IT capital, and Mangaluru, a major port city and commercial hub, have seen increasing passenger demand on this route in recent years.
The Vande Bharat trains, which are manufactured domestically, have been progressively introduced on various routes across India. Their introduction on the Bengaluru-Mangaluru corridor reflects Railways' efforts to strengthen regional connectivity while supporting economic growth in Karnataka.