Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three new Vande Bharat express train routes, connecting Meerut-Lucknow, Madurai-Bengaluru, and Chennai-Nagercoil, signaling a commitment to modernizing India’s railway network. Modi highlighted the importance of these high-speed trains for connecting religious sites, boosting tourism, and facilitating economic growth in the southern states. The new Vande Bharat trains offer faster travel times and enhanced comfort compared to existing routes, contributing to improved connectivity and economic development.
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