The Kalyana Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKCCI) has praised the South Western Railway and Central Railway for revising the timetable of the Kalaburagi–Bengaluru Vande Bharat Express, which will operate with a later and more convenient departure time beginning January 1, 2026.

New Timings to Enhance Passenger Convenience

As per a notification issued by South Western Railway on December 2, 2025, Vande Bharat Express (Train Nos. 22231/22232) will now depart Kalaburagi at 6:10 a.m., nearly an hour later than the earlier 5:15 a.m. departure.

The return service has also been adjusted, with Train No. 22232 expected to arrive in Kalaburagi at 10:45 p.m.

KKCCI said the changes are expected to greatly improve travel comfort and safety for passengers.

Broad Relief for Commuters

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