Question
Download Solution PDFAs of February 2023, which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Vande Bharat Express?
I. The first Vande Bharat Express train was flagged off on February 15, 2019.
II. Under the Amrit Bharat Station scheme, the highest number of stations identified is located in the state of Maharashtra followed by Madhya Pradesh.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Only I.
Key Points
- The first Vande Bharat Express train was flagged off on February 15, 2019, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- The train runs between New Delhi and Varanasi, covering a distance of 776 km in 8 hours.
- Vande Bharat Express is India's first semi-high speed train, designed and built under the "Make in India" initiative.
- The train is equipped with modern amenities including automatic doors, GPS-based passenger information system, and fully sealed gangways.
Additional Information
- Amrit Bharat Station Scheme: This scheme aims to modernize railway stations across India to provide better amenities to passengers. However, the highest number of stations identified under this scheme are not necessarily located in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.
- Train Speed and Design: Vande Bharat Express can achieve a top speed of 180 km/h but is currently capped at 130 km/h for safety reasons.
- Energy Efficiency: The train is energy-efficient with a regenerative braking system that saves approximately 30% of electrical energy.
- Future Expansions: Indian Railways plans to introduce more Vande Bharat trains on various routes to enhance connectivity and passenger experience.
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