Indian Railways launches Gwalior-Bengaluru weekly express, check train timing, major stations

Gwalior-Bengaluru Weekly Express: What has come as good news for the people of Gwalior is that the Indian Railways has started a new weekly express between Gwalior and Bengaluru. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the train and called it a “big gift” for the Gwalior-Chambal region. He said that the new train improves rail connections within the state.

Gwalior-Bengaluru Weekly Express

The Gwalior-Bengaluru Weekly Express (Train No. 11085/86) will start from Gwalior every Friday at around 3:00 PM and reach Bengaluru at 7:35 AM on Sunday. The train will start its return journey from Bengaluru every Sunday at 3:50 PM and will arrive in Gwalior at 10:25 AM on Tuesday. The Gwalior-Bengaluru Weekly Express has 22 coaches.

Vaishnaw On Developments In MP

Vaishnaw emphasised the Indian government’s increased investment in Madhya Pradesh’s railway infrastructure. The state’s railway budget allocation has dramatically increased from approximately Rs600 crore to Rs14,745 crore. He also cited the state’s complete rail electrification and the addition of over 2,651 km of new track in the last 11 years, exceeding the rail network length of several European nations.

He said that as many as 80 stations across the state will be redeveloped under the modernisation program. Gwalior is also among these stations and it will receive a special architectural focus.

Gwalior-Agra Passenger Train Service

The Railway Minister also made a major announcement that the Railways is planning a new passenger train service between Gwalior and Agra, in order to improve intercity connectivity.

Major Stations

The train offers various classes (sleeper, AC general, and economy) and will travel through Bhopal, Nagpur, Kacheguda, Dhone, and Dharmavaram.

Minister Vaishnaw highlighted the Railway Ministry’s commitment to facilitating smooth travel for pilgrims attending the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Ujjain, including the operation of special trains.

Madhya Pradesh has seen major investment in its railway infrastructure, with projects worth Rs 24,000 crore approved in the last year by the government.

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