PM Modi Flags Off Four New Vande Bharat Trains from Varanasi, Expanding India’s High-Speed Rail Network

On November 8, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, boosting speed, comfort, and connectivity nationwide. The new routes — Banaras–Khajuraho, Lucknow–Saharanpur, Firozpur–Delhi, and Ernakulam–Bengaluru reduce travel times by up to 2–3 hours, linking major cultural, industrial, and commercial hubs. The initiative strengthens regional integration, supports tourism and economic growth, and reflects India’s commitment to modern, energy-efficient, and passenger-friendly rail infrastructure under the expanding Vande Bharat network.