01 September,2024 04:06 PM IST | Bengaluru | Rajendra B. Aklekar
New Vande Bharat sleeper train/ Sourced Photo
The highly anticipated Vande Bharat sleeper train is an exciting expansion to the portfolio. The new addition, Railways said, will transform travelling by rail. On September 1, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Railways V Somanna introduced the production of the Vande Bharat sleeper version train set at the BEML in Bengaluru.
A first in India, the Vande Bharat train set was designed to combine aesthetic appeal with functionality. The Railways, in their communique, said that all materials and components used in the train set adhere to the highest fire safety standards.
Crafted with world-class facilities and superior interiors, the Vande Bharat Sleeper train set marks a significant leap forward in India's rail capabilities, offering a passenger experience on par with European standards. Set to revolutionise long-distance rail travel in India, this segment meets new benchmarks for comfort, safety, and efficiency, the railways said. The Vande Bharat Sleeper train is equipped with a range of world-class features:
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Maximum operational speed during service |
160 kmph |
Maximum operational speed during testing |
180 kmph |
Passenger capacity: Type of Berth |
No of coaches per train |
Number of berths |
AC 3 Tier Berths |
11 |
611 |
AC 2 Tier Berths |
4 |
188 |
First Class AC Berths |
1 |
24 |
Total |
16 |
823 |