Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains On Track For August Launch

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that work on the first Vande Bharat sleeper train is on course and the first train expected to be on track within the next two months. The trains are being manufactured by BEML at their factory in Bengaluru.

"The completion work of the trainset of the Vande Bharat sleeper train is in full swing and the first train will be on track within two months. All technical works are in the last phase. The trainset is manufactured by BEML Ltd at its rail unit in Bangalore," Vaishnaw said.

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The minister added that the much-awaited Vande Bharat sleeper trains will enhance commuter mobility and provide a range of comforts that align with global standards. "The car body structure is crafted with high-grade Austenitic stainless steel, featuring crashworthy elements integrated into the crash buffers and couplers. Complying with stringent safety standards, all materials and aggregates in the trainset adhere to the Fire standard requirements as per EN45545 HL3 grade," he said

Indian Railways have designed Vande Bharat sleeper trains with a strong focus on both aesthetics and functionality. "The Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains designed by BEML prioritize both aesthetic appeal and functionality in their interiors, sleeper berths, and exteriors. From the front nose cone to interior panels, seats and berths, interior lights, couplers, gangways and beyond, every element is meticulously designed to meet the exacting standards of the sleeper trainset," the Railways Minister said.

He had previously stated that the Vande Bharat sleeper version will be equipped with advanced features, including special roofing, enhanced air conditioning, virus control mechanisms, and reduced jerks, noise, and vibrations.