Agartala: Following the electrification of railway lines extending to Tripura through southern Assam, NFR is prioritising the launch of Vande Bharat Express to connect Agartala and Silchar , Tripura’s Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee said Thursday.
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is preparing to launch Vande Bharat Express services connecting Agartala to Silchar and Guwahati in early 2024. Because of infrastructure,” Bhattacharjee said, adding that the PM dedicated 18 Jan Aushadhi Kendras at various railway stations nationwide, including Agartala, on Wednesday, initially, Assam and Tripura became the frontrunner. “PM Narendra Modi always gives priority to the development of NE states and Vande Bharat Express is one of his dream projects for the region. This follows the recent electrification of railway lines in the region. The new service aligns with Prime Minister Modi’s focus on developing Northeast India and improving connectivity.