Eastern Railway Launches First AC EMU Train Service in Sealdah Division

Eastern Railway is inaugurating its first air-conditioned EMU train service in the Sealdah division. The train features 12 fully air-conditioned coaches. It will run between Sealdah and Ranaghat with stops at key stations. The inaugural run will be flagged off by Union ministers.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kolkata | Updated: 08-08-2025 20:42 IST | Created: 08-08-2025 20:42 IST
Eastern Railway Launches First AC EMU Train Service in Sealdah Division
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In an effort to upgrade passenger amenities, Eastern Railway is set to launch its first air-conditioned EMU train service in the Sealdah division on Sunday.

The train, which comprises 12 fully air-conditioned coaches connected by end-to-end vestibules, will initially run between Sealdah and Ranaghat, beginning its commercial journey from Ranaghat on Monday.

Union ministers of state Sukanta Majumdar and Shantanu Thakur will flag off the service, promising improved comfort for passengers with additional stops at Chakdah, Kalyani, and other major stations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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