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Currently, the journey between Patna and Jaynagar takes approximately six to seven hours. However, the Vande Metro is expected to reduce this to just four-and-a-half to five hours Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first 16-coach Namo Bharat Rapid Rail service between Jayanagar and Patna on April 24. The first Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, launched between Ahmedabad and Bhuj in September last year, has 12 coaches only and, according to railway officials, the decision to increase the number of coaches has been taken to accommodate more passengers.
The train has been brought to the Rajendra Nagar Coaching Complex under the Danapur Railway Division, where mechanical testing is currently in progress. PM Modi will inaugurate the train as a special service while also launching several key railway-related projects in Jhanjharpur town of Madhubani district. “The honourable prime minister will flag off the Namo Bharat train between Jayanagar and Patna in Bihar on April 24.
This is for the first time, a 16-coach Namo Bharat train is being introduced. The first Namo Bharat, currently operational between Ahmedabad and Bhuj, has only 12 coaches. This train will run at a maximum 110 kmph speed, reducing the travel time by half," Dilip Kumar, Executive Director, Information and Publicity, Railway Board, said.
He added, “It will provide a faster, safer and convenient journey to the common people of north Bihar who travel towards Patna for jobs, business and education. The 16-coach fully air-conditioned train will offer seats for about 2000 passengers." Besides, officials said that the train can accommodate 1,000 more passengers who can stand using handrails, straps, or poles to maintain balance during the train’s movement.
Initial Route The train will run from Patna to Jaynagar via Mokama, Darbhanga, and Madhubani, and return to Patna following the same path. It will be equipped with ultra-modern facilities similar to those found in metro trains. Onboard Facilities According to the Railway Ministry, this rapid rail service offers a host of innovative features such as ergonomically designed seats, Type-C and Type-A charging sockets, fully air-conditioned cabins and modular interiors, ejector-based vacuum evacuation toilets among others.
“This train will be very convenient to middle class families and benefit local handicraft, agri products and small manufacturing items by bringing them closer to big markets," Kumar said. He added, “The train is equipped with the ‘Kavach’ safety system, CCTV, fire detection and an emergency talk-back system. It has engines on both ends, which helps in reducing turnaround time.
For the first time in open line railways, the train features a route map indicator displaying information about each station." Journey Time to Reduce to Five Hours Currently, the journey between Patna and Jaynagar takes approximately six to seven hours. However, the train is expected to reduce this to just four-and-a-half to five hours, offering a much more efficient travel option.
The fare structure is likely to be more affordable than that of ordinary trains, making it a cost-effective choice for passengers who will benefit from both time and monetary savings..
