I am 91 and lucky that I got a chance to travel on the Vande Bharat train. It shows that our country is progressing. The journey is short and comfortable for senior citizens, too,” said Yashwant Thackrey, during the inaugural run of Vande Bharat Express train from CSMT to Shirdi.

He, however, appealed to the “railways and the prime minister to reduce the fare, so that even a common man can avail of the services. It should be reduced by at least Rs 200-Rs 300,”