The Karnataka government has announced special trains from Bengaluru to North Karnataka and Kalyana Karnataka regions from August 13th. These trains will run to destinations like Yeshwantpur, Belagavi, Hubballi, Vijayapura, and Kalaburagi, aimed at easing crowding and making travel more comfortable during the peak season of August. The railway minister...
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has also approved a stop at Yadgiri for the Vande Bharat Express (Train number 22232 SMVT Bengaluru-Kalaburagi). The announcement comes after heavy rainfall in the state and a surge in travel demand during August. The government is also urging the Railway Board to conduct all railway recruitment exams in Kannada.

The Vande Bharat Express now includes Yadgir in its route, connecting the district directly to Bengaluru. This new service, which began on Saturday, offers faster travel between the two cities. The train departs from Yadgir at 5:55 am heading to Bengaluru and returns from Bengaluru at 9:44 pm towards Kalaburagi. The...
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Karnataka government is investing significantly in railway infrastructure, including upgrades to Yadgir and Kalaburagi stations, with a total of ₹2,900 crore allocated for 59 station upgrades across the state. This initiative aims to improve travel experiences and boost regional development. This new service follows the recent introduction of the Bengaluru to Ernakulam Vande Bharat Express, which received mixed reactions from Keralites in Bengaluru, with some praising its speed and comfort while others criticizing its schedule and frequency.

The Union Minister of State for Railways, V. Somanna, has announced that all competitive examinations conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board will now be available in Kannada. This decision comes after demands for the inclusion of Kannada in the ‘General Departmental Competitive Examination’ (GDCE), which was previously only offered in English...
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and Hindi. The minister has also ordered a Kannada translation of the examination circular for the post of Loco Pilot, following concerns raised by MP Tejasvi Surya. Additionally, the minister stated that the Bengaluru Suburban Rail project is facing delays and will be reviewed by the Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, this month. He also confirmed that additional general coaches will be added to passenger trains, prioritizing the needs of underprivileged travelers. Somanna further highlighted that ongoing road projects in Karnataka, including NH 48, NH 206, and NH 234, are progressing well. The minister also emphasized the importance of strict inspections of goods trains to prevent the illegal transportation of goods, including food items. Somanna further clarified that the state government will not be asked to fund the construction of railway underpasses and overpasses in Tumkur, which is currently underway at a cost of ₹358 crore.

The Vande Bharat Express (Train No. 22232 SMVT Bengaluru - Kalaburagi) will make an additional stop at Yadgir Railway Station starting on August 3rd, 2024. The decision was made to cater to the needs of the station's large passenger base, which relies on rail travel for connections to Bengaluru and other...
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parts of India. The train will stop at Yadgir at 05:55 hrs on its journey to Kalaburagi and at 21:45 hrs on its return trip to Bengaluru. Train No. 22231 Kalaburagi – SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express will also stop at Yadgir starting on August 4th, 2024.

The Indian Railways has agreed to stop the Vande Bharat Express at Yadgir, the district headquarters, in response to public demand. However, due to technical reasons, the start date of the stop has been postponed. The Vande Bharat Express (22232/22231) running between Kalaburagi and Bengaluru, which began operation on March 12,...
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has not stopped at Yadgir so far. The exact technical reason for the delay has not been provided.