IN PHOTOS: Vande Bharat sleeper train conducts first trial run in Mumbai

Updated On: 15 January, 2025 03:24 PM IST | Joy Manikumar

The new Vande Bharat sleeper train was spotted between Kandivali and Borivali stations during a trial run from Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central on Wednesday. (PICS/ Nimesh Dave)

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The new Vande Bharat sleeper train was spotted between Kandivali and Borivali stations during a trial run from Ahmedabad to Mumbai Central on Wednesday. (PICS/ Nimesh Dave)

<p>The Indian Railways prepares to roll out world-class travel experiences on long-distance routes with the launch of Vande Bharat sleeper trains</p>

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The Indian Railways prepares to roll out world-class travel experiences on long-distance routes with the launch of Vande Bharat sleeper trains

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This move comes after delivering faster and safer travel for short- and medium-distance commuters via its chair car trains

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Earlier, the Vande Bharat sleeper trains achieved a peak speed of 180 km/hour during successful trials conducted over the past few days

<p>The trials, which began in late December, are set to continue through January, with the goal of making this high-speed, world-class experience available to long-distance commuters across the country, the Railway Ministry informed</p>

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The trials, which began in late December, are set to continue through January, with the goal of making this high-speed, world-class experience available to long-distance commuters across the country, the Railway Ministry informed

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Once trials are completed, the trains will undergo a final evaluation by the Railway Safety Commissioner at their maximum speed

<p>After passing this crucial stage, the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be officially certified and handed over to Indian Railways for induction into regular service</p>

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After passing this crucial stage, the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be officially certified and handed over to Indian Railways for induction into regular service

<p>Designed with modern amenities to ensure comfort, the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will offer features such as automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, on-board WiFi, and an aircraft-like design</p>

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Designed with modern amenities to ensure comfort, the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will offer features such as automatic doors, ultra-comfortable berths, on-board WiFi, and an aircraft-like design

<p>Passengers will enjoy a luxury travel experience reminiscent of air travel, making long-distance journeys far more enjoyable and efficient, the ministry said</p>

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Passengers will enjoy a luxury travel experience reminiscent of air travel, making long-distance journeys far more enjoyable and efficient, the ministry said

<p>Currently, 136 Vande Bharat Express trains operate across India on short- and medium-distance routes, connecting major cities such as Delhi, Varanasi, and others</p>

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Currently, 136 Vande Bharat Express trains operate across India on short- and medium-distance routes, connecting major cities such as Delhi, Varanasi, and others

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