New Sabarmati Bikaner express train to boost interstate rail link
Source:india.com ↗
Why It Matters
Infrastructure and transport connectivity projects in western Rajasthan and neighboring Gujarat are frequently queried in RPSC Prelims under regional development and tourism, with historical monuments along the routes often appearing as static art and culture questions.
Summary
A new daily rail service, the Sabarmati-Bikaner (Lalgarh) Express, is set to be launched to improve connectivity between Gujarat and Rajasthan. Spanning 740 kilometers, the train connects key economic, cultural, and educational hubs across nine districts of the two states, promoting tourism and regional development. Additionally, several rail infrastructure upgrades are underway in western Rajasthan, including new Vande Bharat services and route extensions.
Key Points
- Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will soon flag off the Sabarmati-Bikaner (Lalgarh) Express, establishing a daily direct rail link between Gujarat and Rajasthan.
- The express train will cover a distance of approximately 740 kilometers and benefit major districts including Ahmedabad, Mehsana, Patan, and Banaskantha in Gujarat, as well as Jalore, Balotra, Jodhpur, Nagaur, and Bikaner in Rajasthan.
- The new route is expected to boost bilateral trade and tourism, offering improved connectivity to key cultural and historical landmarks such as the Modhera Sun Temple, Rani ki Vav, Junagarh Fort, Karni Mata Temple, and Lalgarh Palace.
- Other key rail infrastructure projects highlighted in the region include the Jodhpur-Delhi Cantt Vande Bharat Express (20 coaches), the extension of the Sabarmati-Jodhpur Express to Jaisalmer, and the newly operational Bhuj-Jalore-Pali-Delhi train service.
Linked PYQs · 2
Linked PYQs · 2
- 2021RPSC_PRELIMSGS1
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below – List-I (Tourist Place) (A) Lalgarh (B) Tripura Sundari (C) Gagaron Fort (D) Nakoda List-II (Location) (i) Jhalawar (ii) Barmer (iii) Bikaner (iv) Banswara Code
- 2016RPSC_PRELIMSGS1
Which of the following Sun Temples is located in Patan, Gujarat?
