Vande Bharat Express is in massive demand by all the states of India. Every state wants the Vande Bharat Express to get a stoppage in their major cities or even small cities if it is passing through them, to boost connectivity. In the Modi 3.0, Bihar is said to be getting various development projects, highways, and even multiple Vande Bharat Express trains. Now, in a major development for Bihar’s rail connectivity, the Vande Bharat Express currently operating between Bhagalpur and Howrah is set to be extended to Jamalpur in Munger district. Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express' extension is a long-pending demand, is now on the verge of being fulfilled, with the Indian Railways likely to approve the new schedule soon.
As per the revised timetable of the Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, the train will originate from Jamalpur instead of Bhagalpur. After departing from Jamalpur, it will pass through Bhagalpur before proceeding towards Howrah, offering improved travel options to residents of the region.
Bhagalpur-Howrah Vande Bharat Express New Timetable
According to the proposed timetable, the Vande Bharat Express will depart from Howrah at 7:45 AM and reach Bhagalpur at 1:15 PM. After a brief two-minute halt, the train will continue to Jamalpur, arriving at 1:45 PM.
On its return journey, the train will leave Jamalpur at 3:30 PM, reach Bhagalpur by 4:22 PM, and after a two-minute stop, will depart for Howrah at 4:24 PM. The train is expected to reach Howrah by 10:05 PM.
The demand to extend the Vande Bharat Express to Jamalpur had been persistent for several months. Recently, reports suggest that Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary raised the issue with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The move is seen as a significant step towards improving rail infrastructure and accessibility for the people of Munger and surrounding areas.