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Super-fast train between Delhi and Agra
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Delhi: The fastest ever train in India, running at a speed of 150
km per hour, between Delhi and Agra, will be flagged off by Railway Minister
Lalu Prasad Yadav later this week. The Shatabdi Express that runs between
New Delhi and Bhopal will now run from Delhi to Agra at 150 km per hour
against the earlier 120 km per hour, according to a Northern Railways
spokesman. Union ministers Kapil Sibal, R Velu and Ajay Maken will also
be present at the flagging off ceremony. The train's trial run was carried
out successfully on January 13 and 19, respectively, said North Central
Railways (NCR) sources. It took two hours and fifteen minutes to cover
the distance of 200 kms. There are expectations of 15 minutes being lopped
off with the train picking speed during its journey between the two cities.
A Railway Board official said that spacious state-of-the-art coaches like
the German coaches used on the Delhi-Lucknow Shatabdi would be attached
to the super-fast train to provide comfort and luxury to passengers. The
track has been strengthened and technical upgrading of traction and signaling
mechanism has been carried out to ensure a safe and comfortable ride for
the passengers. The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) has given his
clearance to run the train, after confirming the safety of passengers.
To avoid accidents due to trespassing by people and animals, walled fences
have been raised in the entire section that falls under Northern Railways
and North Central Railways. The braking system has also been upgraded.
According to the Railway officials, the super-fast train will boost tourism
in Agra.
-Feb 12, 2006
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