Rail passengers from the Sirohi district of Rajasthan now have a direct travel alternative for long-distance journeys toward northern India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the new Sabarmati-Varanasi Superfast Express from Bhildi in Gujarat. A scheduled stoppage for this long-distance express has been assigned to the Abu Road railway station in Sirohi, creating direct connectivity for local commuters to major cultural and pilgrimage destinations in Uttar Pradesh.
Timetable details from Sabarmati to Abu Road
According to the official schedule of the service, the Sabarmati-Varanasi Superfast Express departs from Sabarmati station at 10:30 in the morning and reaches Abu Road railway station at 1:20 in the afternoon. Having a designated stop at Abu Road benefits residents across Sirohi district, covering both municipal zones and outlying rural localities. Prior to this route addition, passengers bound for destinations like Varanasi and Prayagraj had to travel to alternate stations to catch their trains or depend heavily on connecting services with long layovers. The direct operational halt resolves these logistical hurdles and provides a much smoother itinerary.
Enhanced access to Varanasi and Prayagraj
The primary advantage of this rail service extends to devotees planning pilgrimages to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. Commuters traveling to the holy city of Prayagraj will similarly find this train practical and time-efficient. Beyond pilgrimage needs, the train is expected to support business trips, family visits, and social travel between the western region and eastern destinations. Welcoming the new service, Jalore-Sirohi Member of Parliament Lumbaram Choudhary conveyed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. He stated that the step reflects key progress in strengthening passenger amenities in the constituency, noting that a scheduled stop at a junction like Abu Road simplifies long-route transit for local communities.
Abu Road as a vital railway hub for Sirohi
Abu Road railway station serves as the central rail transit hub for the entire Sirohi district, handling daily movements of travelers heading to various parts of India. Halting the Sabarmati-Varanasi Superfast Express at this junction significantly consolidates rail connectivity for the district. The arrangement opens up a dependable travel route toward religious, heritage, and economic centers, offering local commuters greater travel flexibility and convenience on extended journeys across state boundaries.
