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Summary:

The Dakshina Kannada district in-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has requested the Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to introduce three Vande Bharat Express trains between Mangaluru and Bengaluru. This comes in addition to an existing request from Member of Parliament Tejasvi Surya for a Vande Bharat Express train between Bengaluru and Madgaon via Mangaluru. Both representatives cite the need for improved transportation for business, tourism, and strategic connectivity in the region, especially highlighting the potential for Mangaluru’s growth and the importance of linking the IT hub of Bengaluru with Goa, and coastal Karnataka.

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Three Vande Bharat Express Trains Proposed for Mangaluru-Bengaluru Route

Mangaluru, December 25, 2025 – Calls for enhanced rail connectivity between Mangaluru and Bengaluru are intensifying, with Dakshina Kannada district in-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao urging Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to introduce not one, but three Vande Bharat Express trains on the route.

In a letter dated December 19, Rao argues that improved transportation is crucial for unlocking Mangaluru’s full potential as a modern work and industry destination. He proposes a thrice-daily service, with trains departing Mangaluru at 4 am, 10 am, and 6 pm, allowing for same-day round trips and catering to business travelers and professionals.

This request comes on the heels of a separate appeal by Member of Parliament Tejasvi Surya, who on December 24 requested the extension of the Madgaon-Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express to Bengaluru. Surya emphasizes the strategic importance of coastal Karnataka, highlighting its key installations like the Sea Bird Naval Base and the Kaiga Nuclear Power Plant, along with its religious and educational institutions.

Both representatives agree that improved rail connectivity would boost tourism, facilitate business travel, and strengthen ties between Bengaluru, the IT capital, and the coastal regions, including Goa. The electrification of the Western Ghat section has prepared the rail corridor for premium, high-speed train services, paving the way for the proposed Vande Bharat Express expansions. The Railway Ministry is yet to respond to the requests.

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