This train is capable of running with a top speed of 160 kmph and high average speed, which will make the night journey more convenient.
A big news related to Indian Railways has come out. Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is now ready for trial after leaving its factory. In fact, the first prototype of the much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper Train of Railways has left for RDSO’s field trial from ICF Chennai. This new train has been designed in collaboration with BEML and Integral Coach Factory (ICF), and was undergoing quality and standard check process at ICF for the last two months.
Better facility than Rajdhani Express
The Times of India has written quoting railway sources that the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will provide a better travel experience than the premium Rajdhani Express. This train is capable of running with a top speed of 160 kmph and high average speed, which will make the night journey more convenient.
Testing will be done on Khajuraho-Mahabo section
According to the report, the prototype of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will be thoroughly tested by RDSO on the Khajuraho to Mahabo section of Indian Railways. It will be launched for the general public only after getting safety clearance.
Contemporary facilities and features
Recently in the Rajya Sabha, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav had told that Vande Bharat Sleeper trains have been designed for long and medium distance travel, and modern facilities have been included in them.
Key Features of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
- Installation of Kavach technology
- Safe semi-permanent coupler for jerk-free travel
- Improved berth comfort and newly designed ladder for climbing to the upper berth
- Design in accordance with EN-45545 HL3 fire safety protocol
- Anti-climbers with shock absorption
- Energy-efficient regenerative braking system
- Faster acceleration and deceleration with improved operating speed
- Emergency communication system connecting passengers to the train manager/loco pilot
- Special facilities for passengers with disabilities (PRM) in the driving coach
- Automatic doors, central control and sealed gangways
- Security cameras throughout the coach
- Integrated coach monitoring system which will monitor facilities such as air conditioning and lighting.
Beginning of a new era
With these special features and high operational capacity of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, it is set to completely change the experience of night travel in the Indian Railways network. This train will prove to be an excellent option for modern technology and comfortable travel for railway passengers. Earlier, speaking about medium-distance Vande Bharat train services, Vaishnav said that as of December 2, 136 Vande Bharat train services with ‘chair-car’ coaches are operating on the Indian Railways network. He said that out of these, 16 Vande Bharat Express services are catering to the needs of stations located in Tamil Nadu. The minister said that the longest distance Vande Bharat trains are running between Delhi and Varanasi, covering a distance of 771 km.
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