Vasco-da-Gama - Jasidih Weekly Express

The train was introduced to improve long-distance connectivity between the western coastal region of India and the eastern states. The inaugural service of the train commenced from Jasidih on 28 September 2021. == Route and halts ==

The important commercial halts of the train include: • Madgaon • Sanvordem • Kulem • Castle Rock • Londa • Dharwad • Hubballi • Gadag • Koppal • Hosapete • Ballari • Guntakal • Raichur • Vikarabad • Secunderabad • Kazipet • Manchiryal • Balharshah • Gondia • Durg • Raipur • Bilaspur • Jharsuguda • Rourkela • Hatia • Ranchi • Muri • Bokaro Steel City • Chandrapura • Katrasgarh • Dhanbad • Barakar • Chittaranjan • Madhupur • Jasidih. == Traction and rake ==

The train operates with modern LHB coaches consisting of General Unreserved, Sleeper Class, AC 3-tier, AC 3-tier Economy and AC 2-tier coaches along with a pantry car. The train undergoes locomotive reversal at Guntakal Junction. == Maintenance ==

Primary rake maintenance is carried out at Vasco-da-Gama coaching depot, while secondary maintenance is undertaken at Madhupur. == References ==