The first Shatabdi Express began on 10 July 1988 between New Delhi and Jhansi Junction.

• The Shatabdi Express is a type of superfast express train that was introduced by the Indian Railways in 1988 to commemorate the birth centenary of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. 
• The Minister of Railways in India in 1988 was Madhavrao Scindia. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and served as Minister of Railways from 1984 to 1989.
• Scindia was a strong advocate for the development of the Indian Railways. He oversaw the introduction of the Shatabdi Express and other new trains, and he also invested in improving the safety and efficiency of the railway network.
•  The Shatabdi Express is known for its luxurious amenities and its high speed.
• It reaches the destination on the same day of traveling and therefore has no sleeper coach.

The first Shatabdi Express was a great success, and it quickly became one of the most popular trains in India. Today, there are over 40 Shatabdi Express trains operating across the country.