Amrit Bharat 3.0: First trainset rolls out from ICF with AC, non-AC coaches

The Indian Railways has rolled out the first Amrit Bharat 3.0 trainset from Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF). The new trainset includes both AC and non-AC coaches, marking a significant development in the country's rail network. Speaking to Indianexpress.com, a senior Railway official confirmed the dispatch of the trainset, stating that it has been dispatched from ICF.

The Railway Board will decide where the first Amrit Bharat 3.0 train will operate, according to the official. This decision is expected to be made soon. For related coverage, explore our detailed analysis on Technology and Digital Systems.

Route Decision

The new trainset features modern interior colour themes, with coordinated shades used for elements such as PVC flooring, seat and berth rexine, snack tables, curtains, and lavatory areas. The coaches are designed to provide a high-quality travelling experience for passengers in the lower-income and lower-middle-income category.

The Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 coaches feature new interior colour themes, with coordinated shades used for elements such as PVC flooring, seat and berth rexine, snack tables, curtains, and lavatory areas. The ministry has stated that all materials used in the coaches are compliant with HL3 fire safety standards, ensuring a high level of passenger safety along with improved visual appeal.

The Amrit Bharat trains were launched in 2023 and aim to provide affordable service and high-quality travelling experience for people in the lower-income and lower-middle-income category.

Design and Features

The introduction of the Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 is expected to have a significant impact on the Indian Railways network, providing modern and efficient transportation options for passengers.

In an earlier statement, the Ministry of Railways shared that all materials used in the coaches are compliant with HL3 fire safety standards, ensuring a high level of passenger safety along with improved visual appeal.

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The ministry shared the new colour scheme gives the coaches a modern and uniform look, while also focusing on durability and ease of maintenance.

Amrit Bharat train 3.0 latest update: The first Amrit Bharat 3.0 trainset has rolled out from Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF). The new trainset includes both AC and non-AC coaches. At present, around 60 Amrit Bharat Express services are operational across the Indian Railways (IR) network, comprising non-AC coaches.

Speaking to Indianexpress.com, a senior Railway official confirmed the development. The official stated the trainset has been dispatched from ICF. Regarding its route, the official stated the Railway Board will decide where the first Amrit Bharat 3.0 train will operate.

The Railway official further stated that the first Amrit Bharat 3.0 trainset has 22 coaches. These include 6 Third AC, 2 Second AC, 1 First AC, 6 Sleeper, 4 General, 1 Pantry, 1 Power Car and 1 Divyangjan-cum-Guard Brake Van.

The Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 has been designed based on the experience of Amrit Bharat 1.0 and Amrit Bharat 2.0 trains. Launched in 2023, the Amrit Bharat trains are meant to provide affordable service and high quality travelling experience for people in the lower-income and lower-middle-income category.

First AC coach of Amrit Bharat 3.0 trainset (Image: Ministry of Railways/File) Amrit Bharat train 3.0 train features According to the national transporter, the Amrit Bharat Express 3.0 coaches feature new interior colour themes, with coordinated shades used for elements such as PVC flooring, seat and berth rexine, snack tables, curtains and lavatory areas. In an earlier statement, the Ministry of Railways stated that all materials used in the coaches are compliant with HL3 fire safety standards, ensuring a high level of passenger safety along with improved visual appeal.

The ministry stated the new colour scheme gives the coaches a modern and uniform look, while also focusing on durability and ease of maintenance.