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UP Woman Operates First Vande Bharat Train Between Varanasi and Prayagraj, Receives PM Modi's Pledge
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 03:39 PM
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A woman from Uttar Pradesh has become the first female driver to operate the Vande Bharat Express on the Varanasi–Prayagraj route, and she was presented with a pledge by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In a historic moment for Indian Railways, a woman from Uttar Pradesh became the first female driver to operate the Vande Bharat Express on the Varanasi–Prayagraj corridor.
She joined the railways after completing the required training and certification, and was selected to pilot the high‑speed train on its inaugural run between the two cities.
The event marks a significant step toward gender inclusivity in the railway workforce, which has traditionally been male‑dominated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented her with a pledge, underscoring the government's commitment to increasing women's participation in key sectors.
She joined the railways after completing the required training and certification, and was selected to pilot the high‑speed train on its inaugural run between the two cities.
The event marks a significant step toward gender inclusivity in the railway workforce, which has traditionally been male‑dominated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented her with a pledge, underscoring the government's commitment to increasing women's participation in key sectors.