Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of Pongal on Sunday, virtually flagged off the Vande Bharat Express train connecting Secunderabad with Vishakhapatnam.
"In this festive environment, today Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are receiving a grand present. Vande Bharat Express, in a way, will connect the shared culture and heritage of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh," said the prime minister.
"Glad to flag off Vande Bharat Express between Secunderabad and Visakhapatnam. It will enhance 'Ease of Living', boost tourism and benefit the economy," PM Modi wrote in a tweet.
