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Introduced in 2019, Vande Bharat train-set built by ICF, is the fastest in India. In April 2016, the WAP-5 hauled Gatimaan Express became the fastest commercial train in India, with a maximum operational speed of 160 km/h (100 mph). [21] In 2018, a modified WAP-5A locomotive, capable of speeds up to 200 km/h (125 mph) was rolled out. [22]
The 12049 / 12050 Gatiman Express is an express train run by Indian Railways. [3] It connects Hazrat Nizamuddin in Delhi and Jhansi railway stations. [4]The train is equipped with a 5,400HP electric locomotive and has 12 coaches which covers the 403 km (250 mi) journey in 4 hours 25 minutes at an average speed of 91 km/h (57 mph). [5]
India currently does not have any high-speed rail lines operational, but has several lines planned, one of which is currently under construction. The following article lists all the lines in various stages of completion. [1] For conventional lines in India, see List of railway lines in India. Map showing proposed high speed corridors
Introduced in 2019, Vande Bharat Express is the fastest express train in India. In December 2009, the Ministry of Railways of Government of India envisaged the implementation of regional high-speed rail projects to provide services at 250–350 km/h (160–220 mph), and planning for corridors connecting commercial, tourist, and pilgrimage hubs.
September 7, 2024 at 7:57 AM. Statista. The World's Fastest Trains. ... (160 mph), India is looking to construct trains that reach an operating speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).
Vande Bharat Express is a medium to long-distance semi-high speed superfast express service operated by Indian Railways.It is a reserved, air-conditioned chair car service connecting cities that are less than 800 km (500 mi) apart or take less than ten hours to travel with existing services and a planned reserved, air-conditioned sleeper service connecting cities that are 800 km (500 mi) to ...
This article provides a list of operational and under construction (or approved) high-speed rail networks, listed by country or region. While the International Union of Railways defines high-speed rail as public transport by rail at speeds of at least 200 km/h (124 mph) for upgraded tracks and 250 km/h (155 mph) or faster for new tracks, this article lists all the systems and lines that ...
The first train was flagged off on 30 December 2023 and entered commercial service on 1 January 2024. [5] Production for 200 more such trains are in progress, with 50 under construction and 150 more planned. [6] In January 2025, the Ministry of Railways added twelve major improvements in the train which includes emergency braking system. [7] [8]