MP to appeal for ‘Vande Bharat’ train between Mysuru and Thanjavur
Thanjavur MP S. Murasoli is advocating for a Vande Bharat train service between Thanjavur and Mysuru to reduce travel time. He argues that the high demand for premium services justifies the introduction of this semi-high-speed train.
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The Thanjavur MP, S. Murasoli, has said that he would be seeking an inter-city express train, preferably a ‘Vande Bharat’ train, between Thanjavur and Mysore.
The MP told the media here on Sunday that the operation of the self-propelled semi-high-speed service could considerably reduce the travelling time between Thanjavur and Mysuru, from around 14 hours on the existing Cuddalore Port-Mysuru Express.
When pointed out that this fully air-conditioned chair car service, which could run at a speed of 160 kmph and did not require engine reversals at Tiruchi and Erode Junctions, falls in the ‘premium segment’ train services, he said that there exist a good patronage for ‘Vande Bharat’ services as they offer reduced journey time with comfort.
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