Anand, Gujarat – In a significant development for rail connectivity in the region, the Vande Bharat Express between Gandhinagar Capital and Mumbai Central now includes an official halt at Anand Railway Station. The new stoppage was formally inaugurated by Member of Parliament Mitesh Patel during a special ceremony organized by the Vadodara Division of Western Railway.
The event commenced with a warm welcome by Vadodara Divisional Railway Manager Jitendra Singh, who extended greetings to the chief guest and other dignitaries in attendance. He praised MP Mitesh Patel for his tireless efforts in securing this much-needed facility for the residents of Anand.
Addressing the gathering, Mitesh Patel stated that the inclusion of Anand as a stop for the prestigious Vande Bharat Express fulfills a long-standing demand of the city’s residents. He noted that the new halt would provide significant travel convenience by offering a direct connection to Mumbai Central, thereby improving both travel time and comfort for passengers.
Several prominent figures attended the event, including Deputy Chief Whip and MLA Ramanbhai Solanki, District President Sanjaybhai, MLAs Yogesh Patel, Vipul Patel, Kamlesh Patel, former legislators, and other dignitaries. All attendees expressed appreciation for the new facility and congratulated the local residents.
As per agency report, train number 20901 (Mumbai Central – Gandhinagar Capital Vande Bharat Express) will now arrive at Anand Station at 10:38 AM and depart at 10:40 AM. Similarly, train number 20902 (Gandhinagar Capital – Mumbai Central Vande Bharat Express) will arrive at 3:30 PM and depart at 3:32 PM.
At the conclusion of the program, MP Mitesh Patel greeted passengers and flagged off the train, marking the commencement of the new stop. A large number of local citizens, railway officials, and passengers were present to witness the occasion and welcomed the added connectivity with enthusiasm.
