"The first-ever Vande Bharat sleeper train was inaugurated on 17th January, 2026, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Malda Town in West Bengal. Check all the details regarding the Vande Bharat sleeper train, including route, travel time, coach types & cost, booking options, and more. All about Vande Bharat Sleeper Train The new Vande Bharat sleeper train is designed for overnight and long-distance journeys. Before the launch of sleeper coaches, Vande Bharat trains were designed for daytime, intercity travel and had only seating coaches."
"The Vande Bharat sleeper train will connect Howrah Junction in West Bengal with Kamakhya Junction in Guwahati. The first Vande Bharat sleeper train route will cover a total distance of 1,000 kilometres. The Vande Bharat sleeper Train will cover several key stations between Howrah Junction and Kamakhya Junction, including Bandel, Malda Town, New Jalpaiguiri, Katwa, New Coochbehar, and New Bongaigaon."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first Vande Bharat sleeper train on 17 January 2026 at Malda Town, West Bengal. The train connects Howrah Junction (West Bengal) with Kamakhya Junction (Guwahati), covering about 1,000 kilometres and stopping at key stations including Bandel, Malda Town, New Jalpaiguiri, Katwa, New Coochbehar and New Bongaigaon. The service operates at semi-high speed up to 180 kmph and is expected to be roughly three hours faster than existing trains, though exact timings remain unconfirmed. Coach composition includes eleven 3-tier AC coaches, four 2-tier AC coaches and one AC First coach. Each coach features cushioned sleeping berths and multiple safety and advanced technology amenities.
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