📷 Image: Wikimedia Commons / Harshul12345
Travel
Vande Bharat train appears as orange snake winding through misty Western Ghats
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 09:54 AM
👁 4
Aerial footage captured the Vande Bharat Express slithering like an orange snake as it traversed the mist‑shrouded Western Ghats, highlighting the scenic route.
An aerial video released by the railway authorities shows the Vande Bharat Express cutting through the Western Ghats, its bright orange livery resembling a snake winding amid the mist. The high‑definition clip captures the train’s sleek profile against the cloud‑kissed hills, emphasizing the dramatic contrast between the vibrant carriage and the verdant landscape.
The Vande Bharat, India's flagship semi‑high‑speed train, runs on the Pune‑Mangalore corridor, a route known for its steep gradients and picturesque valleys. Engineers have equipped the service with advanced braking systems to safely negotiate the ghats, making the journey both fast and scenic.
Travel enthusiasts and local tourism boards have praised the visual, noting that such imagery could boost interest in rail‑based tourism across the region. The footage also underscores the railway’s commitment to showcasing India’s natural beauty while expanding high‑speed connectivity.
The video has quickly circulated on social media, drawing comments about the train’s striking appearance and the allure of the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Authorities have not announced any changes to the schedule, but the visual promotion aligns with broader efforts to market the Vande Bharat as a premium travel option for both domestic and international visitors.
The Vande Bharat, India's flagship semi‑high‑speed train, runs on the Pune‑Mangalore corridor, a route known for its steep gradients and picturesque valleys. Engineers have equipped the service with advanced braking systems to safely negotiate the ghats, making the journey both fast and scenic.
Travel enthusiasts and local tourism boards have praised the visual, noting that such imagery could boost interest in rail‑based tourism across the region. The footage also underscores the railway’s commitment to showcasing India’s natural beauty while expanding high‑speed connectivity.
The video has quickly circulated on social media, drawing comments about the train’s striking appearance and the allure of the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Authorities have not announced any changes to the schedule, but the visual promotion aligns with broader efforts to market the Vande Bharat as a premium travel option for both domestic and international visitors.