India, Dec. 1 -- The Central Railway has cleared a major upgrade for the Ghorpadi coaching and maintenance depot, paving the way for its transformation into a dedicated hub for Vande Bharat train servicing. With the number of Vande Bharat routes in Maharashtra steadily climbing, and more expected soon, Pune is poised to emerge as a key maintenance centre for these flagship trains.

Railway officials confirmed that Rs.90 lakh has been allocated for the depot's conversion. Currently used for routine coaching and maintenance, the Ghorpadi facility will be overhauled to handle the high-speed, technologically advanced Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat Express trains. The upgraded depot will feature a dedicated line each for Vande Bharat and Amrit ...