An ambitious project by the Indian Railways, ‘Train 18’ is likely to be launched on December 25th between New Delhi and Varanasi. During a speed test on December 2nd, the train has breached the 180 kmph speed limit and can become the country’s fastest train.
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Top 10 facilities offered at this train include —
1. Rotational seats which can be aligned in the direction of travel (executive class)
2. Inter-connected, fully sealed gangways
3. Automatic doors with retractable footsteps
4. Modular toilets with bio-vacuum systems
5. Onboard Wi-Fi facility and infotainment
6. GPS-based passenger information system
7. Roller blinds and diffused LED lighting
8. Disabled-friendly toilets
9. Emergency talk-back units to contact train crew
10. CCTVs in all coaches for security purposes
The 16-coach train will have two executive compartments with 52 seats each, and trailer coaches will have 78 seats each.
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