UDAY Express In 2018, a new generation of Double Decker Express trains were introduced in
Indian Railways named as UDAY Express - Utkrisht Double Decker Air Conditioned Yatri Express trains, designed by
RDSO. The coaches of these trains have an
anti-graffiti vinyl wrapped exterior and have been given a bright color scheme of yellow, orange and pink - somewhat similar to that of the
Tejas Express. The UDAY express was envisioned as a premium train service for business travelers. According to
Indian Railways, Uday Express will cater to the "busiest routes" and increase carrying capacity by 40%. These trains have airline styled seating with a capacity of 120 passengers per coach (50 for upper deck, 48 for lower deck and 22 on the ends) as compared to Shatabdis which can seat up to 78. These coaches are also equipped with WiFi infotainment system, have information screens just like
Humsafar Express and have small dining area in coaches. Uday Express can run at a maximum speed of 110 km/h and an average speed of 62 km/h.
Services The first service was launched on 10 June 2018 between
Coimbatore Junction and
Bangalore having halts at Krishnarajapuram, Kuppam, Salem Jn, Erode Jn, Tiruppur Jn and
Coimbatore Jn. The second service was launched on 26 September 2019 between
Visakhapatnam and
Vijayawada with 7 stops en route, and was later extended till
Guntur. ==Defunct AC Double Decker Services==