New AC Coaches To Bring Vande Bharat-Style Features For Passengers
Indian Railways is preparing the next version of the Amrit Bharat Express, with Amrit Bharat 3.0 set to introduce AC coaches and more premium passenger amenities. The new version is aimed at making long-distance train travel more comfortable while keeping it accessible to a wider section of passengers. (Image: Sagar Agarwal/Wikimedia Commons)
Until now, Amrit Bharat Express has primarily been a non-AC long-distance train with general and sleeper-class coaches. The upcoming Amrit Bharat 3.0 will add air-conditioned coaches to the train formation. (Image: X/@RailMinIndia)
The new version is expected to include AC First Class, AC 2-Tier and AC 3-Tier coaches. This will give passengers more options for long-distance journeys. (Image: X/@RailMinIndia)
The AC coaches are being designed with several features inspired by Vande Bharat sleeper and Rajdhani Express trains. The idea is to bring a more modern and comfortable travel experience to Amrit Bharat passengers. (Image: X/@RailMinIndia)
Amrit Bharat trains come with facilities such as foldable snack tables, mobile holders, bottle holders, USB Type-A and Type-C charging ports, improved seats and berths, modern toilets and improved lighting. (Image: X/@RailMinIndia)
Amrit Bharat trains use push-pull technology, with locomotives at both ends. This helps with faster acceleration and deceleration, while the trains can operate at speeds of up to 130 kmph on suitable routes. (File photo)
According to Indian Railways data reported by The Times of India, the average occupancy in the sleeper class of Amrit Bharat trains is above 100%, highlighting the strong demand for affordable long-distance travel. (File photo)
The introduction of AC coaches is part of Indian Railways’ broader effort to improve passenger comfort without moving entirely into the premium-travel segment. Amrit Bharat 3.0 is expected to bridge some of the gap between conventional trains and premium services such as Vande Bharat and Rajdhani. (File photo)
