This train is envisioned to connect Northern India to Vizag, the largest city of Andhra Pradesh. Along with Vizag, it also provides direct rail connectivity for...
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the economically backward yet naturally gifted regions of Koraput and Araku in the South Odisha-North Andhra tribal belt. It will also serve a long-standing demand from locals of this region by providing a direct train to Delhi. Further, it will help boost the local tourism industry in these areas while also giving a chance for local business to take advantage of the direct connections with Raipur and other cities in North and Central India. Moreover, the route and time-table ensure that this train serves as a good alternative to the existing Hirakud Express linking Vizag and Amritsar, since this train has a shorter route and lesser travel time. It is also at par with the time taken by other existing trains between Vizag and Delhi, so it can be expected to receive good patronage.