The updated schedule introduces several significant changes to enhance the railway services in the region, including the introduction of new Vande Bharat trains, extension of services, and adjustments in train frequencies.

As of December 26, a total of 136 flagship Made in India Vande Bharat trains are running across the Indian Railways network. During the Calendar year 2024 itself, as many as 62 Vande Bharat services were introduced, the Ministry of Railways said in a year-end statement.

Indian Railways is set to introduce 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains, marking a significant step in transforming long-distance travel across the country. Building on the success of the chair car Vande Bharat trains,

According to reports, Pune may soon see four new Vande Bharat Express trains; however, no official confirmation has come on this yet.

Indian Railways saw significant advancements in 2024. A total of 136 Vande Bharat trains are operational. Tracks were electrified, and many stations are under redevelopment. E-ticketing has increased.

Ashwini Vaishnaw said that currently 10 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are under production and the first prototype has been manufactured and will undergo field trials soon.

Technology partners awarded manufacturing of 200 Vande Bharat sleeper rakes; Ten new Vande Bharat sleeper trains currently under production

Currently, there are three Vande Bharat Express trains that either originate from or pass through Pune. These include the Pune-SSS Hubballi, Pune-Kolhapur and Mumbai CSMT-Solapur routes. Nationwide, there are 136 Vande Bharat Express train services currently operational, significantly reducing travel time and enhancing the passenger experience.

Indian Railways introduced a total of 62 Vande Bharat train services in the calendar year 2024 and also the first Namo Bharat Rapid Rail between Ahmedabad and Bhuj was introduced on September 17, 2024.