Indore-Ujjain Vande Bharat Metro by 2028: 40-Min Journey on Existing Tracks

• Vande Bharat Metro shuttle service planned between Indore and Ujjain before Simhastha 2028.
• The metro will run at 160 kmph on existing tracks, reducing travel time to just 40 minutes.
• MP Shankar Lalwani confirmed Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's assurance for the project's timely launch.
• It will feature 12 fully AC coaches, accommodating over 3000 passengers per trip (1100 seated, 2000 standing).
• Aims to enhance connectivity, support religious tourism, and strengthen the regional economy, especially for Simhastha.

Why It Matters: Vande Bharat Metro to link Indore-Ujjain by Simhastha 2028, boosting connectivity & economy.