In Photos: Iconic CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express Marks 6 Years Of Speed, Comfort And Innovation In Rail Travel

On Sunday, Central Railway celebrated the 6th anniversary of the iconic 22221/22222 Rajdhani Express, seamlessly connecting CSMT and Hazrat Nizamuddin with unmatched speed and comfort.

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Inaugurated on January 19, 2019, the CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express began its journey as a bi-weekly premium service, connecting Mumbai's iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus with Delhi's Hazrat Nizamuddin

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At its launch, the CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express featured 1 First AC coach for premium comfort, 3 AC 2-Tier coaches for privacy, 8 AC 3-Tier coaches for affordability and 1 pantry car

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Due to overwhelming response after its launch, 2 additional AC-2Tier and AC-3Tier coaches were added within a month

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The CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express increased its frequency to four times a week on September 13, 2019, and further to a daily service on January 19, 2021

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The CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express earned the distinction of being India’s first train to adopt Push-Pull technology, aligning with the government’s 'Mission Raftar'

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Push-Pull mode employs engines at the front and rear, removing banker attachment in ghat sections and reducing journey time

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The CSMT-Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express represents Indian Railways' strides in innovation, delivering unmatched speed, comfort, and reliability to passengers while redefining standards of operational excellence

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Passengers, railfans, train staff, and CR employees gathered at CSMT to celebrate, with rail enthusiasts from across the country joining the event during the train's departure

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