Rajdhani Express

Rajdhani Express
A sample coach of Rajdhani Express
Overview
Service typeConnecting various state capitals with Delhi
StatusActive
First service1 March 1969; 55 years ago (1969-03-01)
SuccessorTejas-Rajdhani Express
Current operator(s)Indian Railways
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Route
Line(s) used25
On-board services
Class(es)AC 3 tier Class
AC 2 tier Class
AC First Class
Seating arrangementsYes
Sleeping arrangementsYes
Catering facilitiesOn-board catering services
Observation facilitiesLarge windows, reading light
Entertainment facilitiesElectric outlets
Reading Lights
Baggage facilitiesUnderseat
Technical
Rolling stockLHB coachs
Track gauge5 ft 6 in (1,676 mm) broad gauge
Operating speed110–130 km/h (68–81 mph)
Track owner(s)Indian Railways
Rake maintenanceIndian Railways

The Rajdhani Express (lit.'Capital Express') is a series of passenger train services in India operated by Indian Railways connecting the national capital New Delhi with the capitals or the largest cities of various states. Rajdhani, derived from the Sanskrit means "capital". Introduced in 1969, the trains are amongst the premium services operated by Indian Railways and regularly get a higher priority on the railway network.