M.B. Patil, the Minister for Industries and Infrastructure in Vijayapura district, has formally requested the Indian Union government to regularize the direct train service between Vijayapura and Bengaluru. In a letter addressed to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, he expressed gratitude for the introduction of a fast service that utilizes bypass routes in Hubballi and Gadag, reducing the travel time from 15 hours to 10 hours. Currently, a special train operates weekly, departing from Yesvantpur every Saturday and from Vijayapura every Sunday until June 28, 2026. However, Patil highlighted the community's demand for this service to be made a daily operation. He proposed that the train's timings be adjusted for better passenger convenience, suggesting that it should leave Vijayapura at 8 p.m. and reach Bengaluru by 6 a.m., which would facilitate easier homecoming for travelers. The train consists of 19 coaches and will make stops at significant stations including Tumakuru, Davangere, and Bagalkot. Patil's efforts aim to enhance connectivity and accessibility for residents of Vijayapura district.