Malda: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the launch of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train will transform long-distance travel in India, making journeys “more comfortable, splendid and memorable” for passengers across the country.
Addressing a gathering after flagging off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train here, the Prime Minister highlighted the momentum of development in the state.
PM Modi, in his speech, said, “Today, the campaign to accelerate West Bengal’s progress from Malda has gained even more momentum. Just a short while ago, the laying of foundation stone and inauguration of numerous projects related to West Bengal’s development have taken place.”
He announced the addition of new rail services and infrastructure aimed at improving mobility and economic activity.
“New rail services have been provided to West Bengal. These projects will make travel easier for the people here and also simplify trade and business. The new facilities built for track maintenance here will create fresh opportunities for the youth of this region,” the Prime Minister said.
Calling it a historic step for Indian Railways, PM Modi added, “From the sacred land of Bengal, another major step towards the modernisation of Indian Railways has been taken today. Starting today, Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are being launched in India.”
Explaining the impact of the new service, he said, “These Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will make long journeys for the countrymen more comfortable, splendid, and memorable.”
The Prime Minister also revealed the route of the first sleeper service.
“This country’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train is connecting the land of Mother Kali to the land of Mother Kamakhya. In the coming times, this modern train will expand across the entire country,” he said.
The Prime Minister congratulated the people while informing that Bengal has recieved four additional trains.
Congratulating the people, PM Modi said, “I congratulate Bengal, Assam, and the entire country for this modern sleeper train. Today, Bengal received four more modern Amrit Bharat Express trains. New Jalpaiguri – Nagercoil Amrit Bharat Express; New Jalpaiguri – Tiruchirappalli Amrit Bharat Express; Alipurduar – Bengaluru Amrit Bharat Express; Alipurduar – Mumbai Amrit Bharat Express.”
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