Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while campaigning in Kolhapur for the upcoming elections, promised the introduction of Vande Bharat Express trains from Kolhapur. He highlighted the development initiatives undertaken by the current government, including the expansion of the Mumbai-Bengaluru National Highway and the Shaktipeeth Expressway, which will enhance connectivity in the region....
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He also mentioned the inauguration of Kolhapur airport expansion, emphasizing its role in boosting tourism and economic development. Modi criticized the previous Congress-led government for neglecting the region's development despite its potential. However, the proposed Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway has faced opposition from farmers due to potential land acquisition.

The network of Vande Bharat Express trains in India is expanding, with two new Vande Bharat Express routes being added on the Central Railway. The planned routes are Mumbai to Kolhapur and then onwards to Pune to Vadodara. The Vande Bharat Express has become a popular choice for travelers due to...
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its speed, comfort, and ability to connect various religious and commercial centers across India. These additions to the Central Railway are intended to meet the increasing demand for faster travel and enhance connectivity between major cities.

Indian Railways plans to launch two new Vande Bharat Express services: Mumbai-Kolhapur and Pune-Vadodara. This will expand the existing network, connecting major cities like Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, and Vadodara. The upcoming Mumbai-Kolhapur route will be the fifth Vande Bharat train departing from CSMT. These services aim to enhance rail connectivity and...
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provide efficient travel options. The Vadodara-Pune route will pass through Vasai Road. Gujarat has already benefited from the Vande Bharat Express, with successful services on the Mumbai-Gandhinagar route since 2022 and the Ahmedabad-Jamnagar route launched in September. These initiatives are part of India's commitment to improving rail infrastructure and offering convenient, high-speed travel options to passengers.

Indian Railways plans to launch two new Vande Bharat Express trains. The first will operate between Jammu and Kashmir, with details like the route and timing yet to be finalized. The ICF is developing a modified version for the challenging climatic conditions there. The second Vande Bharat Express will connect Kolhapur...
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to Mumbai, with the route and timing pending completion of a survey. Both projects are in their initial stages.

Maharashtra Railways Minister Raosaheb Danve announced that a Vande Bharat train service will soon be launched from Kolhapur. The inauguration of a new Mahalakshmi Express train service, running on the Kolhapur to Mumbai route, was conducted by Danve through a virtual ceremony. This new service features LHB coaches and was launched...
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at the Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Terminus. Present at the ceremony were MP Dhananjay Mahadik, Dhairyasheel Mane, Sanjay Mandalik, Guardian Minister Hasan Mushrif, and Divisional Manager Indu Dubey. Danve also confirmed that a DPR has been prepared for an 8-kilometer road survey from Hatkanangle to Ichalkaranji, and work is expected to begin soon. MP Dhananjay Mahadik mentioned that the MPs had collectively advocated for railway improvements and that Danve's initiation of the Mahalakshmi Express was a result of their efforts. The MPs also highlighted that the Vande Bharat train, expected to commence operations within two months, will significantly contribute to the region's development. The introduction of the Sahyadri Express, which will operate to Mumbai, was also anticipated. MP Sanjay Mandalik requested the Railway Minister to launch a Kolhapur to Ayodhya Express train, enabling Kolhapur residents to visit the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Additionally, a lift at the railway station was inaugurated during the event.