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When was India's first semi-high speed train Vande Bharat Express flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
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When was India's first semi-high speed train Vande Bharat Express flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

A.

15th December 2018

B.

15th February 2019

C.

15th January 2019

D.

15th March 2019

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) 15th February 2019.
· The Vande Bharat Express, also known as Train 18, is India's first semi-high-speed train.
· It was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 15th February 2019 from New Delhi Railway Station. The train runs between New Delhi and Varanasi.
Key Highlights:
· Developed by: Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai.
· Top Speed: 160 km/h.
· Special Features: Fully air-conditioned, modern facilities like automatic doors, GPS-based systems, and comfortable seating.
· The Vande Bharat Express represents a major step towards achieving India’s goal of faster and more efficient rail transportation.

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