Vande Bharat Wins Japanese Hearts, Indian Railways Steals the Show at Osaka Expo

At the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, the Indian Railways pavilion has emerged as a major crowd-puller — not just among the Indian diaspora but also Japanese citizens. The spotlight is firmly on two iconic symbols of India’s modern railway transformation: the Vande Bharat Express and the Chenab Bridge.

Vande Bharat: India’s Leap in Rail Technology

Visitors are especially intrigued by the Vande Bharat Express, India’s semi-high-speed, fully indigenous train. The train’s aerodynamic design, inbuilt safety features, and modern engineering have impressed Japanese visitors, many of whom are surprised to learn that such advanced train systems have become a regular part of Indian travel.

With fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic doors, bio-toilets, GPS-based passenger information systems, onboard catering, Wi-Fi, and CCTV surveillance, the Vande Bharat offers a premium and comfortable journey experience once unimaginable in Indian trains.

The train has become particularly popular among senior citizens, students, and women travelers — combining speed, comfort, and safety in a way that redefines public transport in India.

Chenab Bridge: A Marvel of Indian Engineering

Alongside the Vande Bharat, another engineering wonder capturing attention is the Chenab Bridge — the world’s highest railway arch bridge, built across the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. Rising proudly amidst the Himalayan valleys, the bridge is a testament to India’s engineering prowess and strategic connectivity efforts in tough terrains.

At the Expo, a 3D presentation and interactive model of the bridge have fascinated Japanese visitors — especially students of engineering and architecture — who are keenly exploring the complex design, construction challenges, and strategic significance of the structure.

India on the Global Innovation Stage

Running from April 13 to October 13, 2025, the World Expo offers India a powerful platform to showcase its achievements, innovations, and global ambitions. The popularity of the Indian pavilion reflects not just technological progress but also the world’s growing respect and curiosity for India’s development story.

Today, around 140 Vande Bharat trains are operating across India, symbolizing a new era of railway connectivity. These trains are reshaping how people travel — with speed, style, and sustainability — and bringing world-class travel experiences to cities big and small.

The buzz around Vande Bharat and the Chenab Bridge at the Osaka Expo is more than just admiration — it's recognition that India is emerging as a leader in infrastructure and innovation. Indian Railways today is not just about reaching destinations, but about showcasing a nation on the move — with confidence, capability, and a vision for the future.