Why Indian Railways decided to reduce the speed of Vande Bharat and Gatiman Express Trains Why Indian Railways decided to reduce the speed of Vande Bharat and Gatiman Express Trains News Let’s dive into the rationale behind this decision. Priyanshu Tripathi <html> <p style="text-align: justify;">Indian Railways decided to reduce the speed of the high speed trains including the Vande Bharat and Gatiman Express on select routes after the tragic accident of the Kanchanjunga Express. Now, these trains will now run at 130 kmph. Earlier the speed of these trains were 160 kmph.</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">As per media reports, due to safety concerns the Railway board has taken the decision of reducing train speed as per the proposal presented by North Central Railways.</p> <h4 style="text-align: justify;">North Central Railway Suggestions</h4> <p style="text-align: justify;">North Central Railway suggested slowing down the trains below:</p> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li>Train No. 12050/12049 Delhi-Jhansi-Delhi Gatiman Express</li> <li>Train No. 22470/22469 Delhi-Khajuraho-Delhi Vande Bharat Express</li> <li>Train No. 20172/20171 Delhi-Rani Kamalapati-Delhi Vande Bharat Express</li> <li>Train No. 12002/12001 Delhi-Rani Kamalapati-Delhi Shatabdi Express</li> </ul> <p style="text-align: justify;">The decision aims to reduce the risks linked with the failure of the Train Protection & Warning System (TPWS) on certain routes. The reduction in speed is from the current 160 kmph to 130 kmph. Let’s dive into the rationale behind this decision.</p> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li><strong>Safety Considerations</strong>: After a tragic accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express, the Railways recognized the need to enhance safety measures. Reducing the speed of high-speed trains is one such measure.</li> <li> <p><strong>Train Protection & Warning System (TPWS)</strong>: The failure of TPWS on specific routes poses risks. By lowering the speed, the Railways aim to mitigate these risks.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Operational Efficiency</strong>: Adjustments in the operating schedules of approximately 8-10 other trains will be necessary to maintain efficiency after the speed reduction.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Existing Speeds</strong>: Most Vande Bharat Express trains already operate at 130 kmph, except for specific stretches like the Delhi-Kanpur sector, which can support 160 kmph speeds.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Criticism</strong>: Shubhranshu, the man behind the Vande Bharat Express, criticized the decision, emphasizing that reducing speed due to a defunct TPWS might not effectively address underlying safety issues. He said that the Kanchanjunga Express accident involved a goods train traveling at only 45 kmph. Hence, questioning the rationale behind the speed reduction.</p> </li> </ul> </html>

Why Indian Railways decided to reduce the speed of Vande Bharat and Gatiman Express Trains

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June 27, 2024

Indian Railways decided to reduce the speed of the high speed trains including the Vande Bharat and Gatiman Express on select routes after the tragic accident of the Kanchanjunga Express. Now, these trains will now run at 130 kmph. Earlier the speed of these trains were 160 kmph.

As per media reports, due to safety concerns the Railway board has taken the decision of reducing train speed as per the proposal presented by North Central Railways.

North Central Railway Suggestions

North Central Railway suggested slowing down the trains below:

Train No. 12050/12049 Delhi-Jhansi-Delhi Gatiman Express
Train No. 22470/22469 Delhi-Khajuraho-Delhi Vande Bharat Express
Train No. 20172/20171 Delhi-Rani Kamalapati-Delhi Vande Bharat Express
Train No. 12002/12001 Delhi-Rani Kamalapati-Delhi Shatabdi Express

The decision aims to reduce the risks linked with the failure of the Train Protection & Warning System (TPWS) on certain routes. The reduction in speed is from the current 160 kmph to 130 kmph. Let’s dive into the rationale behind this decision.

Safety Considerations: After a tragic accident involving the Kanchanjunga Express, the Railways recognized the need to enhance safety measures. Reducing the speed of high-speed trains is one such measure.
Train Protection & Warning System (TPWS): The failure of TPWS on specific routes poses risks. By lowering the speed, the Railways aim to mitigate these risks.
Operational Efficiency: Adjustments in the operating schedules of approximately 8-10 other trains will be necessary to maintain efficiency after the speed reduction.
Existing Speeds: Most Vande Bharat Express trains already operate at 130 kmph, except for specific stretches like the Delhi-Kanpur sector, which can support 160 kmph speeds.
Criticism: Shubhranshu, the man behind the Vande Bharat Express, criticized the decision, emphasizing that reducing speed due to a defunct TPWS might not effectively address underlying safety issues. He said that the Kanchanjunga Express accident involved a goods train traveling at only 45 kmph. Hence, questioning the rationale behind the speed reduction.

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