Madhya Pradesh: Vande Bharat train will run soon between Delhi and Khajuraho

The Railway Minister during his visit to Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh said that two rake points have been sanctioned at Chhatarpur and Khajuraho. In addition he said that rail ticket Now 45,000 can be obtained from post offices.

Referring to the operation of Bharat Gaurav trains like Ramayana Express, he said, “Soon Rail Over Bridges / Road Under Bridges (ROBs / RUBs) will be constructed at important places, the electrification of which is to be completed by August.

“By that time, Vande Bharat will also start. The vision of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government is to serve the people and the spirit will have to be followed while developing the region.”

Along with this, Vaishnav reviewed the work done under Pradhan Mantri Gram Yojana in Bundelkhand region. He took stock of the development projects of the Maharaja Chhatrasal Convention Center area. During the inspection, Union Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar and other public representatives were also present.

Vaishnav also informed about the redevelopment of Khajuraho station to make it a world class station. The minister, along with the local administration and railways, encouraged the farmers to set up solar plants on their land so that their income could increase. The pilot project is to be started from Bundelkhand. The land will be identified soon. The Kisan Morcha, Railways and the district administration will jointly identify the location.

Vaishnav also informed that the “One Station One Product Scheme” is also being expanded so that local level products can be made available in the market through stations. 1000 stations will be included under this scheme, which will also include Chhatarpur station. “Limestone industries are important near Panna. Panna has to be connected by railways,” he said.

(with inputs from agencies)