Push-pull Amrit Bharat Express train rake reaches Mumbai for 130 km/h trials

The trials are being conducted by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), officials said. Pic/Special Arrangement

A rake of the push-pull Amrit Bharat Express train on Friday reached Mumbai for 130 km/h trials, officials said.

The trials are being conducted by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) and the train is being tested at a speed of 130 km/h, they said.

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The push-pull configuration means that the train has locomotives at both ends, allowing for better speed and quicker turnaround.

Designed for long-distance and high-volume travel

The Amrit Bharat Express is a long-distance, sleeper-class non-AC train service introduced by Indian Railways. It is designed to provide affordable, high-speed travel, especially during festive seasons and peak migration periods, when passenger demand is high, said the officials.

The train is aimed at handling large volumes of passengers while ensuring comfort and speed on long routes.