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Indian Railways Proposes New Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Delhi And Howrah
- •The proposed Vande Bharat Sleeper train will connect New Delhi and Howrah, covering a distance of approximately 1,449 km in under 15 hours.
- •Provisional stops include major stations such as Kanpur Central, Prayagraj Junction, Gaya Junction, and Dhanbad, improving connectivity across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
- •The train is expected to feature a 16-coach fully air-conditioned composition, including AC three-tier, AC two-tier, and First AC coaches.
- •Key passenger amenities will include improved berth cushioning, automatic doors, CCTV surveillance, the Kavach train-protection system, and enhanced fire safety.
- •Official confirmation regarding the final route, timetable, launch date, and fare structure is still awaited from the Railway Board.
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The proposed Vande Bharat Sleeper service will connect New Delhi and Howrah, covering approximately 1,449 km with provisional stops including Kanpur Central, Prayagraj Junction, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction, Gaya Junction, Koderma, Parasnath, Dhanbad, and Asansol Junction. The journey is expected to take under 15 hours, potentially running faster than existing options like the Rajdhani Express.
Reports indicate the train will feature a 16-coach fully air-conditioned layout comprising 11 AC three-tier, 4 AC two-tier, and 1 First AC coach. Planned amenities include improved berth cushioning, automatic doors, CCTV surveillance, the Kavach train-protection system, enhanced fire safety, and emergency communication features.
Early reports estimate fares at approximately ₹3,000 for AC three-tier, ₹4,000 for AC two-tier, and ₹5,100 for First AC, though official confirmation is pending. The launch date and final schedule have not yet been formally announced by Indian Railways.
