The first Vande Bharat sleeper train is all set to run between Howrah in West Bengal and Guwahati in Assam.
Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, who is the Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology informed on Thursday that complete trial, testing, and certification of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train have been successfully completed.
He said that in the month of January, Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on this route.
Meanwhile, outrage has started over the first Vande Bharat Sleeper running between Kolkata–Guwahati because both are election-bound states.
The same hysteria greeted the first Vande Bharat routes. Today, Vande Bharat services span North–South, East–West, metros and non-metros alike.
Features of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
- Semi-high-speed train with design speed up to 180 kmph
- Ergonomically designed berths with improved cushioning
- Automatic doors with vestibules for smooth movement
- Enhanced ride comfort with superior suspension and noise reduction
- Fitted with KAVACH
- Disinfectant technology to maintain high sanitation
- Driver cab with advanced controls and safety systems
- Aerodynamic exterior looks & Automatic exterior passenger doors
- Special arrangements for Divyangjans
- Emergency talk-back unit for communication between Passenger and Train Manager/Loco Pilot in case of emergency
- CCTVs in all coaches
- Improved fire safety Aerosol based fire detection and suppression system in electrical cabinets and lavatories
Here are the images of Vande Bharat sleeper train.
Ergonomic Ladder
Comfortable Cushioned Berths
Divyang Friendly
Passenger Information System
Modern Toilets
Passenger Emergency System
Images Source: PIB
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