India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Express Train expected to launch in Bihar by the end of September. The launch held before upcoming Assembly elections in the state, sources said.
Though the official route is still unconfirmed, sources hows that the train run between Delhi and Patna, with possible stops in Darbhanga or Sitamarhi, Bihar. The launch of Vande Bharat sleeper service aligns with the Diwali and Chhath Puja festival season, when many people travel to Bihar, aiming to provide greater convenience for a large number of passengers.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Express Train: High speed with modern comfort
The Vande Bharat sleeper trains represent an important step forward in India’s railway modernization. It combine high-speed travel, improved safety systems, and better passenger comfort for long-distance overnight trips.
The train designed to reach a top speed of 160 km/h and have driver cabins at both ends. This design removes the need to change locomotives at terminals and allows for fast acceleration and deceleration, significantly reducing travel time.
Ultimate comfort to passengers
Passenger comfort has been prioritized as well. The interiors feature sleek glass fiber panels, soft integrated lighting, and ergonomically designed berths with extra padding. A redesigned ladder system makes it easier and safer to access upper berths.
To ensure a cleaner and more convenient journey, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express Train come with automatic sensor-based doors at entry points and between coaches, along with modern bio-digester toilets that have touch-free fittings.
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