India, April 27 -- Indian Railways has announced plans to upgrade its Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi trains with improved passenger amenities, better interiors and enhanced comfort across nearly 100 services, with the Railway Board directing all zones to prepare detailed action plans.

An official order dated April 23 said, "To provide enhanced aesthetics, passenger comfort, and service levels in Shatabdi and Jan Shatabdi rakes, it is imperative that these be maintained in good fettle, and upgrades be carried out in items affecting the passenger interface."

In a communication to general managers of all railway zones, the Railway Board directed zonal heads to undertake detailed rake inspections and prepare a comprehensive action plan.

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