Indian Railways has announced plans to upgrade its Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi trains with improved passenger amenities, better interiors and enhanced comfort across nearly 100 services.
The Railway Board has directed all zones to prepare detailed action plans, which will include the improvement of washrooms, covering doors, engagement locks, washbasins, flushing systems, passenger amenities and drainage systems.
The upgradation of around 100 such services will begin soon after the plans are finalised, with a focus on modernising the flagship trains and continuing to meet rising expectations in terms of cleanliness, reliability and modern amenities.
The exercise will also include the upgrade of seat upholstery, mobile charging ports, snack tables, footrests, armrests, roller blinds and magazine pockets, as well as the prevention of jerks in coaches, vestibule and gangway areas, and the upgrade of overhead panels.
