Vande Bharat sleeper trains to debut in mid-October
Indian Railways is rolling out its very first Vande Bharat sleeper trains by mid-October 2025, with both sets launching together.
One train has already finished trials and is parked in Delhi, while the other is nearly ready to go.
Each train will have 16 coaches
These new sleepers come with 16 coaches across AC First Class, AC 2-Tier, and AC 3-Tier—fitting up to 1,128 passengers.
Designed for comfy overnight trips at speeds up to 180km/h, there is speculation that the first route may be between New Delhi and Patna.
Trains will be equipped with crash-proof design
Passengers can look forward to automatic doors, LED screens, bio-toilets, soft lighting, and CCTV cameras.
Safety gets a boost too with features like the Kavach system and crash-proof design.
First AC coaches even offer cushioned berths and hot water showers—aiming for that "air travel" vibe on rails.
Built using modern tech by BEML and Integral Coach Factory
Launching two trains at once means smoother overnight service on busy routes.
Built using modern tech by BEML and Integral Coach Factory, these trains mark a big step in making long-distance Indian rail travel faster and way more comfortable.