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The green signal has been given for the proposed Vande Bharat train between Patliputra Junction and Gorakhpur, with operations likely to commence from June 20. An inauguration ceremony is planned at Patliputra Junction, for which East Central Railway has requested a slot from the Prime Minister's Office. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to flag off the train.

The railway administration has accelerated preparations for the train's operation. The Vande Bharat train will make travel between Patna, Muzaffarpur, and Gorakhpur more convenient. According to the prepared timetable, the train will depart Gorakhpur at 6 am, passing through Bettiah, Narkatiaganj, and Muzaffarpur, before reaching Patna. The return journey from Patna to Gorakhpur is scheduled for 9 pm.

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Railway sources indicate that the train, initially planned for the Prayagraj route, has been rerouted to the East Central Railway route between Patliputra and Gorakhpur. A new 16-coach rack has arrived, and the train is being prepared in the Gorakhpur yard. A trial run is planned for this week.

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The Patna division is busy preparing for the inauguration ceremony, which will be announced once the Prime Minister's Office gives approval. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav had recently announced the introduction of this Vande Bharat train during his visit to Gorakhpur and Bettiah.