A trial run of the new Vistadome train on the Kalka-Shimla heritage track was successful on Monday. The train reached its destination 30 minutes ahead of schedule, despite facing delays at several stations due to crossings. The successful trial run indicates that the journey time could be reduced by up to...
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an hour, bringing the total travel time down to 5 hours. The current travel time is around 6 hours, with the train traveling at a maximum speed of 20-23 kilometers per hour. The new Vistadome train achieved a speed of 25 kilometers per hour during the trial run. The target is to increase the speed to 30 kilometers per hour in the future, which could further reduce the travel time to 4 hours. The 90-kilometer journey will offer tourists a scenic view of the Himalayas and is expected to boost tourism in the region.