PM Modi Flags Off Four New Amrit Bharat 2.0 Trains In Bihar— Here’s What Makes Them Special

In a significant push to strengthen rail infrastructure and regional connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off four new Amrit Bharat Express trains in Bihar, the Prime Minister's Office said in a statement.

After the inauguration, the new Amrit Bharat Express trains will offer low-cost, non-AC travel with improved facilities, mainly serving passengers in Bihar and eastern India.

The new routes include Rajendra Nagar Terminal (Patna) to New Delhi, Bapudham Motihari to Anand Vihar Terminal (Delhi), Darbhanga to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar), and Malda Town to Lucknow (Gomti Nagar) via Bhagalpur.

Indian Railways said that these non-AC Amrit Bharat Express trains offer upgraded facilities at low fares, specifically tailored for middle-class and economically weaker passengers.

With the addition of these routes, Bihar now has six operational Amrit Bharat services, further integrating the state with key cities across northern India.

Amrit Bharat 2.0 comes equipped with several modern features such as foldable snack tables, mobile holders, foldable bottle holders, and high-speed mobile charging ports.

The coaches are fitted with better-cushioned, ergonomic seats and airline-style illuminated floor strips, which help passengers navigate in low-light conditions.

For a smooth and shock-free ride, the coaches are built with air spring suspension. Toilets are modern and disabled-friendly, with amenities like electro-pneumatic flushing systems and automatic soap dispensers.

Safety has been a major focus. The trains are fitted with semi-automatic couplers featuring crash tubes, an ECP-assisted braking system, and vacuum evacuation systems.

Coaches include sealed gangways for safer movement and talk-back units for communication in emergencies.

For the first time, non-AC coaches are equipped with a fire detection system, further enhancing onboard safety.

Amrit Bharat 2.0 marks a paradigm shift in affordable rail travel, combining indigenous innovation with modern engineering to uplift the travel experience for millions of Indians.

The launch also marks continued progress in Indian Railways’ push for self-reliance. According to Indian Railways, all Amrit Bharat 2.0 coaches are indigenously manufactured.

With plans to roll out 100 new Amrit Bharat rakes across the country, the initiative is set to reshape affordable long-distance travel with a focus on safety, comfort, and regional connectivity.

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