Tejas Rajdhani Express

Tejas Rajdhani Express
A sample coach of Tejas Rajdhani Express
Overview
Service type	Connecting various state capitals with Delhi
Status	Active
Predecessor	Rajdhani Express
First service	1 June 2021;3 years ago (2021-06-01)
Current operator(s)	Indian Railways
Website	https://indianrailways.gov.in/
On-board services
Class(es)	AC 3rd tier Class AC 2nd tier Class AC 1st Class
Seating arrangements	Yes
Sleeping arrangements	Yes
Catering facilities	On-board Catering services
Observation facilities	Large windows, reading lights
Entertainment facilities	Electric outlets Reading lights
Baggage facilities	Underseat
Technical
Rolling stock	LHB Tejas
Track gauge	5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge
Electrification	Yes
Operating speed	110–130 km/h (68–81 mph)
Track owner(s)	Indian Railways
A sample Route map of Tejas Rajdhani Express Legend 12309 ↓ Rajendra Nagar Terminal Patna Junction Bihar Uttar Pradesh border Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction Prayagraj Junction Kanpur Central Uttar Pradesh New Delhi 12310 ↑ New Delhi 12309 - Rajendra Nagar Terminal → New Delhi 12310 - New Delhi → Rajendra Nagar Terminal

See also: Rajdhani Express

In July 2021, Indian railways started upgrading the coaches of Rajdhani express to new Tejas coaches with enhanced features. These coaches are equipped with newer air suspensions, bio-toilets, Wi-Fi, fire alarms, CCTVs, reading lights, dedicated power sockets, automatic doors, passenger information system, improved interior and designed exterior. ^[1] The trains that are equipped with all new coaches are known as "Tejas Rajdhani" express. Indian Railways plans to introduce Tejas coaches across all Rajdhani trains in a phased manner. ^[2]

Indian Railways plans to introduce a new era of train travel experience with enhanced comfort with the conversion of Rajdhani Express coaches with new upgraded Tejas Trains. The introduction of this modern Tejas Sleeper type train for long distance journey is another paradigm shift by Indian Railways for enhancing the travel experience for the passengers. ^[3]

History

As per the research, delicated Tejas-Rajdhani Express now has 7 routes operating over India. The Indian Railways decided to perform a new express train related to Rajdhani, but somehow, the major trains run from Mumbai, Patna, etc. to Delhi, the capital city of India.

Rake

The Tejas Rajdhani Express rake is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities to ensure a pleasant journey for its passengers. The train has spacious and well-appointed coaches, with comfortable seating and ample legroom. The AC 2-tier and AC 3-tier coaches have curtains and tinted windows to block out the sunlight, while the First AC coach has individual cabins with locking facilities. The train also has a pantry car that serves a range of delicious meals and snacks, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. With its modern rake and excellent onboard amenities, the Tejas Rajdhani Express is a popular choice among travelers. ^{[4] [5]}

Services

There are currently 7 operational pairs of Tejas Rajdhani Express  :

S.No.	Train name	Tr.No.	Rake	Origin station	Terminal station	Zone	Halts	Freq.	Distance	Travel time	Speed		Inaugural run	Ref
											Max	Avg
1	Mumbai Tejas Rajdhani Express	12951/ 12952	Tejas	Mumbai Central	New Delhi	WR	6	Daily	1,386 km (861 mi)	15h 32m	130 km/h (81 mph)	89 km/h (55 mph)	17 May 1972	[6]
2	August Kranti Tejas Rajdhani Express	12953/ 12954	Tejas	Mumbai Central	Hazrat Nizamuddin	WR	10	Daily	1,378 km (856 mi)	16h 33m	130 km/h (81 mph)	83 km/h (52 mph)	1 January 1992	[7]
3	Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express (via Adra)	22811/ 22812	Tejas	Bhubaneswar	New Delhi	ECoR	13	Bi-weekly	1,730 km (1,070 mi)	23h 20m	130 km/h (81 mph)	74 km/h (46 mph)	1 April 1994	[8]
4	Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani Express (via Tatanagar)	22824/ 22823	Tejas	Bhubaneswar	New Delhi	ECoR	13	4 days/wk	1,801 km (1,119 mi)	24h 30m	130 km/h (81 mph)	74 km/h (46 mph)	1 April 1994	[9]
5	Patna Tejas Rajdhani Express	12309/ 12310	Tejas	Rajendra Nagar Terminal	New Delhi	ECR	4	Daily	1,001 km (622 mi)	12h 30m	130 km/h (81 mph)	80 km/h (50 mph)	1 September 1996	[10]
6	Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express	20501/ 20502	Tejas	Agartala	Anand Vihar Terminal	NFR	14	Weekly	2,424 km (1,506 mi)	39h 50m	130 km/h (81 mph)	59 km/h (37 mph)	28 October 2017	[11]
7	Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani Express (via Sambalpur)	20817/ 20818	Tejas	Bhubaneswar	New Delhi	ECoR	14	Weekly	1,914 km (1,189 mi)	26h 40m	130 km/h (81 mph)	72 km/h (45 mph)	10 February 2018	[12]

Trivia

No Rake Reversal, but there is only 1 train to change Loco from Agartala to Guwahati with WDP-4, WDP 4B, WDP 4D & Guwahati to Anand Vihar Terminal with WAP-7 of Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express.

Gallery

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  Agartala - Anand Vihar Terminal Tejas Rajdhani Express
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  Bhubaneswar - New Delhi Tejas Rajdhani Express

Accidents and Incidents

1. Derailment near Kalyan, Maharashtra : On November 16, 2019, two coaches of the Tejas Rajdhani Express derailed near Kalyan in Maharashtra, but there were no casualties.
2. Brake binding issue : On January 13, 2020, the Tejas Rajdhani Express was delayed due to a brake binding issue near Vasai Road in Maharashtra.
3. Pantograph issue : On February 10, 2020, the Tejas Rajdhani Express was delayed due to a pantograph issue near Borivali in Maharashtra.

See also

1. Rajdhani Express
2. Duronto Express
3. Humsafar Express
4. Antyodaya Express
5. Garib Rath Express

Reference

1. 'Kumar', 'Sharyana' (26 January 2025). "The fastest trains in India". Hindustan Times . p. 2.
2. 'Verma', 'Shivam' (14 November 2024). "This is India's first engine-less luxury train, not Rajdhani Express, Shatabdi Express, Tejas Express, it is...". DNA India . p. 1.
3. 'Shah', 'Satyavan' (2 January 2025). "Mahakumbh 2025: Best trains to Prayagraj, books your tickets now". India TV . p. 4.
4. "List of Rajdhani Express trains". etrain.info. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
5. "Rajdhani Express Trains - Railway Enquiry". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
6. "Mumbai Tejas Rajdhani Express". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
7. "August Kranti Rajdhani Express". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
8. "Bhubaneswar Rajdhani Express (via Adra)". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
9. "Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani Express (via Tatanagar)". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
10. "Patna Rajdhani Express". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
11. "Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
12. "Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani Express (via Sambalpur City)". Indiarailinfo. Retrieved 1 December 2023.