Regular Operation of Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express from August 26 Running via Jamalpur and Kiul starting August 28 from Bhagalpur
Bhagalpur : Taking a major and reassuring step prioritizing passenger convenience, the Indian Railways has regularized the weekly special train running between Ahmedabad and Patna, extending its route up to Bhagalpur. Under the new arrangement, the Ahmedabad-Bhagalpur Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 19423) will commence its regular operations every Wednesday starting from August 26. Meanwhile, in the return direction, the Bhagalpur-Ahmedabad Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 19424) will operate starting August 28 every Friday from Bhagalpur, traversing via Jamalpur and Kiul toward Ahmedabad. The introduction of this train will not only streamline travel between Gujarat and Bihar but also provide a massive boost in direct connectivity for trade and social networks.
Train Schedule and Timings: When and Where Will the Train Run?
According to the official timetable released by the railways, the train will operate in both directions as follows:
Departure from Ahmedabad (Train No. 19423): This train will depart from Ahmedabad Junction every Wednesday at 6:30 PM, traversing key stations across multiple states to arrive at Bhagalpur at 6:40 AM on Friday morning.
Departure from Bhagalpur (Train No. 19424): In the return direction, the train will depart from Bhagalpur Junction every Friday at 4:45 PM, reaching Kiul Junction at 7:10 PM. Following a 10-minute halt, it will depart at 7:20 PM for the onward journey, arriving in Ahmedabad at 5:25 AM on Sunday morning.
Journey Duration: Covering this extensive distance of approximately 1,976 kilometers, the train will complete the journey in roughly 36 hours.
Stoppages at Key Stations Including Jamalpur and Kiul
Passengers across major cities and stations falling along the route of the Amrit Bharat Express will benefit directly:
Main Route: During its journey, the train will proceed via Chayapuri, Godhra, Dahod, Ratlam, Kota, Sawai Madhopur, Agra, the Prayagraj region, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Buxar, Ara, Danapur, Patna, Bakhtiyarpur, and Mokama.
Key Stoppages in Bihar: Post-Mokama, the train will make prominent stops at Kiul, Abhaipur, Jamalpur, and Sultanganj stations before arriving at Bhagalpur. Local passengers have expressed immense delight over these scheduled stoppages.
Equipped with 22 State-of-the-Art LHB Coaches
Keeping modern amenities and safety standards in focus, the train's rake has been specially configured:
Coach Composition: This Amrit Bharat Express will feature a total of 22 LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch) coaches.
Categories: The composition includes 11 Sleeper coaches (LWSCNPP), 08 General Unreserved coaches (LWSPP), 01 Pantry Car (LWCBPP), and 02 SLR/Luggage-cum-Guard vans (LSLRDPP).
Passenger Comfort: Featuring modern design and superior seating arrangements, this long-distance journey will prove exceptionally comfortable for travelers.
Wave of Joy Among Traders and Migrants
A large population residing in the Bhagalpur, Jamalpur, and Kiul regions migrates to cities like Ahmedabad and Surat in Gujarat for employment, education, and business. The regularization and extension of this train up to Bhagalpur will grant these migrant workers immense relief from travel hardships. Especially during festive seasons when passengers grapple with confirmed ticket availability issues, this train will emerge as a boon.
Operating via Jamalpur-Kiul with departures from Ahmedabad on August 26 and from Bhagalpur on August 28, this Amrit Bharat Express represents a major gift for the residents of Bhagalpur. Enhanced speed, state-of-the-art LHB coaches, and direct connectivity awarded to vital industrial and historical cities like Kiul and Jamalpur will also inject fresh momentum into the economic development of the region. This step undertaken by the railway administration is receiving widespread praise from all quarters.
