Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Vande Bharat Express has proved successful as a semi-high-speed train in Indian Railways. Now, Vande Bharat’s new sleeper train is also going to hit the tracks soon. The first Vande Bharat sleeper train will run between Bhopal and Mumbai.
According to recently received media reports, preparations are underway for the trial of the Vande Bharat sleeper train between Bhopal and Mumbai. This journey will cover a distance of about 800 km, which currently takes 15 hours by regular trains. Vande Bharat sleeper train will be able to cover this distance in just 8-9 hours.
In this new train, aeroplane-like facilities will be provided to the passengers. It is being manufactured by Integral Coach Factory in collaboration with Bharat Earth Movers Limited manufacturing unit in Bengaluru.
Features of Vande Bharat Sleeper
- Coach Composition: Vande Bharat Sleeper train will have a total of 16 coaches, including 11 AC 3 Tier, 4 AC 2 Tier, and 1 AC First Class coach. In total, 823 passengers can travel comfortably on this train. 611 passengers can travel in 3 Tier AC coaches, 188 passengers in 2 Tier AC coaches, and 24 passengers in First Class coaches.
- Special Features: The 3 Tier AC coaches of the train will be provided with extra cushion beds and ladders to climb to the upper berths, which will be more comfortable than the current Vande Bharat coaches.
- Attractive Interiors: The interiors of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train are designed in cream, yellow and wooden colours, and sensor lights have been used in it.
- Automatic doors: The train will have automatic doors, which will be used between the coaches, in the toilet area and other places, ensuring the safety of passengers.
- Bio-toilets: Bio-toilet systems and special toilet facilities for disabled passengers will be available.
- First-class facilities: First-class AC coaches will also have shower and hot water facilities.
This train is designed to run at a speed of 180 kmph, but due to safety reasons, its speed will be limited to 160 kmph.
Through this new Vande Bharat Sleeper train, the Railways has taken an important step towards providing a new and convenient travel experience to the passengers.