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42nd Vande Bharat permanently upgraded to 20 coaches from April 28 2026 on Ahmedabad Mumbai route
India
Published on 27 April 2026
Seats rise quietly as service permanently expands
Indian Railways has announced a permanent upgrade of the 42nd Vande Bharat Express (22961/22962) to a 20-coach configuration. From April 28, 2026, the Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central service will run in the expanded setup, giving passengers more capacity alongside premium travel benefits. Officials say the change is now set for the long term rather than a temporary trial.
- Vande Bharat 42 (22961/22962) upgraded permanently to 20 coaches
- New configuration begins April 28 2026 between Ahmedabad and Mumbai Central
- Expansion aims to boost capacity and seating for premium commuters
- Update covers the service going forward, not a limited run
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