Nagpur, Aug. 10 -- Passengers travelling between Nagpur and Pune on Sunday welcomed the start of the new Vande Bharat Express, calling it a long-awaited and convenient mode of transport, especially for families and senior citizens who found bus travel difficult.

They appreciated the train's cleanliness and modern amenities, urging fellow travellers to keep it well-maintained.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Vande Bharat Express from Nagpur (Ajni) to Pune, marking a significant step toward faster and more comfortable rail connectivity in the region.

Speaking to ANI, a passenger said, "It was a dream that has been fulfilled today. We have got this amazing thing in the form of the Vande Bharat train...It was difficu...