The Vande Bharat Train: the most preferred mode of transportation for female passengers & senior citizens

The train has proven to be a blessing for rail commuters who frequently using Vande Bharat services because it is convenient and time saving choice for travellers

Kolkata, 25th October, 2023: Indian Railways’ 1st semi-high-speed train – Vande Bharat Express – has emerged as the preferred mode of transportation among all age group of passengers. Since its debut, the train has consistently recorded exceptional occupancy rates at the originating station and along the route as well.

On the account of its top level #safety, #security, #speed and #hospitality, the #VandeBharat Express trains are most liked #trains by the people of India specifically by #women, #children and #seniorcitizen. The nation’s youth and working class, who desire convenience, punctual service and time savings, are the fans of Vande Bharat Express to suit their much sought-after needs.

In order to meet people’s aspirations, South Eastern Railway is currently running four Vande Bharat Express trains between Howrah-Puri, Howrah-Ranchi, Ranchi-Patna and Rourkela-Puri altogether. Data on #SER Vande Bharat trains depict that, on average, around 35% of all #Passengers are women and whereas children registers around 6%.

They prefer Vande Bharat to other modes of transportation for their quick, comfort and safe journey. #Passengers of #VandeBharat express can enjoy delicious meals served onboard. #Commuters of Vande Bharat, particularly #housewives, need not bother about having #meals prepared at home, as #breakfast, #lunch, #dinner are served in the train as per timings of the day. The #statistics also show that about 13% of all #travellers are senior citizen who enjoys their journey with high level of safety, security and hospitality services and passenger friendly features of the train.

The Vande Bharat trains come with modern design, top notch #amenities and efficient hospitality. The train has superior passenger amenities such as Onboard Wi-Fi #infotainment, #GPS based passenger information system, plush interiors, bio-vacuum toilets with touch free amenities, special lavatory for #Divyangjan passengers, diffused #LED lighting, charging points beneath every seat, individual touch based reading lights and concealed roller blinds.

Modern Mini #Pantry and #Emergency Talk-Back unit for passengers to communicate to #crew. Better heat #ventilation and #airconditioning system with UV lamp for germ free supply of air. The intelligent air-conditioning system adjusts the cooling according to the climate conditions/occupancy.

In modern India, the Vande Bharat with #hallmarks of speed, safety, service is currently the most sought-after #train with superior world class features. This train has enhanced the connectivity across the states and various neighbouring cities. The train has proven to be a blessing for rail commuters who frequently using Vande Bharat services because it is convenient and time saving choice for travellers.

#Published as released by #CPRO/SER.