{"id":1298877,"date":"2025-08-15T10:10:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-15T04:40:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1298877"},"modified":"2025-08-15T10:11:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-15T04:41:28","slug":"east-indias-1st-ac-local-goes-live-in-west-bengal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/east-indias-1st-ac-local-goes-live-in-west-bengal\/","title":{"rendered":"East India’s 1st AC Local Goes Live In West Bengal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

West Bengal marked a new milestone in its suburban railway network with the introduction of its first-ever air-conditioned (AC) local train. Manufactured by the Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF), this modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) has been allocated to the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway (ER) and is set to redefine daily commuting in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Route, Travel Time, and Speed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The inaugural AC local service operates between Sealdah and Ranaghat, covering the journey in just 1 hour and 40 minutes. Running at a maximum speed of 110 kmph, the service is designed as a galloping train<\/em>\u2014making fewer stops at key stations to ensure faster travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coach Composition and Capacity<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The rake comprises 12 fully air-conditioned stainless-steel coaches, offering seating for 1,126 passengers. Built with passenger safety and comfort in mind, the coaches feature spacious interiors and end-to-end vestibule connectivity, allowing easy movement between compartments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stops and Fare Structure<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The AC EMU halts at important stations, including Chakdah, Kalyani, Kanchrapara, Naihati, Barrackpore, Khardah, Sodepur, Dumdum, and Bidhannagar. Fares are set at an affordable \u20b9120 for the full route, with the lowest ticket priced at \u20b935. For regular travelers, options include daily, weekly, fortnightly, and monthly passes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n