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Big Update On Vande Bharat Sleeper Production: First 16-Coach Rake By March, Full Train Rollout Set For… | India News

Big Update On Vande Bharat Sleeper Production: First 16-Coach Rake By March, Full Train Rollout Set For… | India News

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Last Updated:February 24, 2026, 10:29 IST Titagarh Rail Systems, based in Uttarpara, West Bengal, is playing a central role in this project. The project involves the manufacturing of 80 Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets. (Photo Credit: X) The work on the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains is going on in full swing. These trains are being developed as fully air-conditioned sleeper services with advanced systems. Titagarh Rail Systems is playing a central role in this project. It is based in Uttarpara, West Bengal. The company is working in partnership with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) to manufacture the trainsets. The project involves the manufacturing of 80 Vande Bharat trainsets, with each set comprising 16 coaches. As per the official website of Titagarh Rail Systems, the contract value is close to Rs 24,000 crores, which also includes their maintenance for the next 35 years. Vande Bharat Sleeper Production: First Rake Targeted For March Completion Production work has already begun at the facilities involved in the project. The aim is to complete the car bodies for the first rake …

India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Rolls Out: Check Features, Fares, Cancellation Costs | India News

India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Rolls Out: Check Features, Fares, Cancellation Costs | India News

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Last Updated:January 19, 2026, 23:34 IST The train has a design speed of 180 kmph and consists of 16 coaches: eleven 3-tier, four 2-tier and one first class AC. The train will reduce travel time by 2.5 hours. (Photo Credit: X) Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) last week. The train is part of Indian Railways’ push to modernise long-distance journeys. The semi-high-speed service aims to reduce travel time on the route by 2.5 hours. It will also give a boost to religious tourism and connectivity in the region. The first train will start from Howrah on January 22, while the return journey from Guwahati will begin services from January 23. As ticket bookings begin for the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, here’s everything to know about the new service. All About Vande Bharat Sleeper Train The train has a design speed of 180 kmph and consists of 16 coaches: eleven 3-tier, four 2-tier and one first class AC. It is equipped with safety systems …

No separate policy: Amrit Bharat II Express reserved tickets to be governed by Vande Bharat Sleeper norms | India News

No separate policy: Amrit Bharat II Express reserved tickets to be governed by Vande Bharat Sleeper norms | India News

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Amrit Bharat II Express train ticket policy: The Ministry of Railways has said that reserved tickets for Amrit Bharat II Express trains will be governed by the same rules applicable to Vande Bharat Sleeper Express services. This means there will be no separate reserved ticket policy for Amrit Bharat II Express trains. In a notification issued on January 19, the Ministry of Railways said: “Provisions for Amrit Bharat II Express – The reserved ticket of Amrit Bharat II Express shall be governed by the rules as are applicable to the reserved ticket of Vande Bharat Sleeper Express.” Amrit Bharat II Express train According to the national transporter, the Amrit Bharat II Express category includes trains (Amrit Bharat) that will be introduced across the railway network from January 2026 onwards. The Amrit Bharat Express is a new-generation train service offering affordable and safe long-distance inter-state travel with modern passenger-friendly features. Fare structure of Amrit Bharat II Express train According to the new fare structure, the national transporter has fixed the minimum chargeable distance at 200 km …

PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati And Howrah | India News

PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati And Howrah | India News

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Last Updated:January 17, 2026, 14:23 IST The sleeper version of the Vande Bharat is aimed at enhancing long-distance rail travel with improved comfort and efficiency. PM Narendra Modi flags off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) at Malda Town Railway Station, marking a significant milestone in Indian Railways’ modernisation drive. The sleeper version of the Vande Bharat is aimed at enhancing long-distance rail travel with improved comfort and efficiency. Developed to meet the growing transportation needs of modern India, the fully air-conditioned Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to offer passengers an airline-like travel experience at economical fares. It will make long-distance journeys faster, safer, and more convenient. All About India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper On Howrah-Guwahati Route The sleeper version of the Vande Bharat Train set to run on the Howrah-Guwahati route will significantly reduce the travel time by around 2.5 hours. The train will also give a major boost to …

News18 Afternoon Digest: PM Modi Flags Off Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, BJP’s BMC Clean Sweep Reignites Sena War & Other Stories | India News

News18 Afternoon Digest: PM Modi Flags Off Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, BJP’s BMC Clean Sweep Reignites Sena War & Other Stories | India News

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Last Updated:January 17, 2026, 14:21 IST PM Modi flags off first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati. BJP sweeps BMC, reigniting Sena vs Sena war. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flags off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train. (PTI) In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on PM Modi  flagging off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, BJP’s Clean Sweep In BMC Reignites Sena Vs Sena War, and other stories. PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Guwahati And Howrah Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) at Malda Town Railway Station, marking a significant milestone in Indian Railways’ modernisation drive. Read More Balasaheb’s Legacy Takes Centre Stage As BJP’s Clean Sweep In BMC Reignites Sena Vs Sena War The saffron sweep in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections held on Thursday has engineered a deeply emotional and ideological turn to the battle for Mumbai and opened the doors to yet another Sena vs Sena …

PM Modi’s West Bengal Visit LIVE Updates: First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train To Be Flagged Off Today; Security Tightened

PM Modi’s West Bengal Visit LIVE Updates: First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train To Be Flagged Off Today; Security Tightened

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PM Modi’s West Bengal Visit Live Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit West Bengal on January 17 and 18, during which he will inaugurate and flag off multiple rail, road and infrastructure projects valued at over Rs 4,000 crore. On Friday, the Prime Minister will travel to Malda Town Railway Station, where he is scheduled to flag off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train connecting Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) at around 12.45 pm. He will also virtually launch the Guwahati–Howrah return service. The introduction of the Vande Bharat Sleeper marks a significant step for Indian Railways, bringing premium overnight travel to routes linking eastern and northeastern India. The 16-coach train, to be operated and maintained by the Northeast Frontier Railway zone, will feature 11 AC 3-tier coaches, four AC 2-tier coaches and one AC First Class coach. During the same event, the Prime Minister will virtually flag off four new Amrit Bharat Express trains. These services will connect New Jalpaiguri with Nagercoil and Tiruchirappalli, and Alipurduar with SMVT Bengaluru and Mumbai (Panvel). …

Indian Railways to flag off first Vande Bharat sleeper train | Check features, fare and other details

Indian Railways to flag off first Vande Bharat sleeper train | Check features, fare and other details

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Indian Railways’ first sleeper-class Vande Bharat train, scheduled to operate between Assam’s Guwahati and West Bengal’s Howrah, is all set to be inaugurated on Saturday, January 17, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Vande Bharat sleeper train will run on the 958-kilometer-long Howrah-Kamakhya (Guwahati) route. (PTI) Union minister of railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said the new train would represent a significant milestone for the Indian Railways, its passengers and the nation as a whole. West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya on Monday said the PM would flag off the train. This would significantly boost connectivity over the northern districts of West Bengal, he said, as per news agency PTI. Key points about India’s first sleeper Vande Bharat: The Howrah-Guwahati sleeper Vande Bharat would connect key districts in the two states including Kamrup metropolitan and Bongaigaon in Assam and Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, Maldah, Murshidabad, Purba Bardhaman, Hooghly, and Howrah in West Bengal. This train will run on the 958-kilometre Howrah-Kamakhya (Guwahati) route, railway officials said. The train would have a total of 16 coaches including 11 three-tier AC …

No RAC, No VIP Quota: All About India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper On Howrah-Guwahati Route | India News

No RAC, No VIP Quota: All About India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper On Howrah-Guwahati Route | India News

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Last Updated:January 12, 2026, 14:04 IST Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Malda in West Bengal on January 17. The train offers faster travel and better comfort for long journeys. (Photo Credit: Instagram) Indian Railways is all set to introduce the Vande Bharat Sleeper train between Guwahati and Kolkata later this month. The launch marks a major step in long-distance overnight rail travel and is expected to improve connectivity between the Northeast and Eastern India. The central government has made extensive preparations for the service. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Malda in West Bengal on January 17. No special quotas or passes According to official sources, the Vande Bharat Sleeper will be open only to the general public. There will be no VIP or emergency quota on this train. Senior and top railway officials will also not be allowed to travel using railway passes. Only passengers with confirmed tickets will be permitted to board. Strict ticketing rules Officials …

Poll-Bound West Bengal, Assam To Get 11 New Trains Including Amrit Bharat, Vande Bharat | Full List | India News

Poll-Bound West Bengal, Assam To Get 11 New Trains Including Amrit Bharat, Vande Bharat | Full List | India News

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Last Updated:January 10, 2026, 17:15 IST Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Vande Bharat sleeper train between Guwahati and Kolkata later this month. Vande Bharat Sleeper train will cover approximately 1,200-1,500 km overnight. (Photo Credit: X) Poll-bound states of West Bengal and Assam are set to get 11 new trains, including the Vande Bharat Sleeper train and the Amrit Bharat Express. According to Ministry of Railways, these trains would improve connectivity to states such as Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh. As per the ministry, eight of the new trains set to be introduced would be Amrit Bharat Express services, one will be a Vande Bharat Sleeper train and two will be Express trains. Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Last week, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the Vande Bharat sleeper train between Guwahati and Kolkata later this month. “The services will become operational in the next 15-20 days, possibly around January 18 or 19. We have requested the prime minister …

PM to flag off first Vande Bharat sleeper train this month: Vaishnaw| India News

PM to flag off first Vande Bharat sleeper train this month: Vaishnaw| India News

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the country’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train this month between Kamakhya in Guwahati and Howrah, marking the launch of India’s first overnight semi-high-speed service, Union railways minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw briefs the media in New Delhi on Thursday. (PTI) He also gave a timeline for the launch of India’s first bullet train service, setting a date of August 15, 2027, and adding that the network will be made operational in sections. “For the bullet train, all of you should buy tickets now for 2027. The first section to open will be from Surat to Bilimora. After that, Vapi to Surat will open. Then Vapi to Ahmedabad will open, and after that, Thane to Ahmedabad will open, and then Mumbai to Ahmedabad will open,” the minister said, also mentioning the date of August 15, 2027. “The (Vande Bharat) services will become operational in the next 20 days…We have requested the Prime Minister, and everything is clear. I will announce the exact date in …