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The Railway Board letter further stated that the inauguration of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is scheduled for the second week of January.

Passengers on Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper to get high-quality mill-made linen items

January 05, 2026 4:00 pm

Howrah Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Update: This is the first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to be inaugurated and shall operate as a fully air-conditioned premium service with modern onboard passenger amenities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to flag off the Howrah–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train later this month.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to cut travel time by 3 hours

January 04, 2026 3:15 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper train update: On Saturday, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be introduced across all states.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to commence inaugural run soon (Image: Ministry of Railways)

All states, including Kerala, to get Vande Bharat Sleeper trains: Ashwini Vaishnaw

January 03, 2026 7:13 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper latest update: The first Vande Bharat Sleeper train service will operate between Kolkata (Howrah) and Guwahati, improving rail connectivity between East India and the Northeast.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to begin soon (Image: Bobins Abraham)

In Photos | First look of Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train

January 03, 2026 9:40 pm

Howrah Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Pics, Features: Passengers travelling on the Howrah–Guwahati–Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be served region-specific culinary offerings during their journey.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to run soon (Image: Ministry of Railways)

PM Modi to visit Bengal this month, flag off inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train

January 03, 2026 4:05 pm

Narendra Modi is also likely to address a couple of BJP rallies during his visit to West Bengal.

The Ministry of Railways has targeted to launch 6 rakes of Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in the next six months. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

How much does a Vande Bharat Sleeper train coach cost?

January 03, 2026 6:50 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Coach: As the much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to hit the tracks this month, many people are curious to know how much a single Vande Bharat Sleeper train coach actually costs. 

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PM Modi to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month

January 02, 2026 9:28 pm

The total passenger capacity of the Kolkata-Guwahati Vande Bharat sleeper is 823, with 611 in 3AC, 188 in 2AC and 24 in 1AC. The train can travel at a speed of 180 kmph but will only run upto 130 kmph for this service due to safety reasons.

In a statement, the national transporter said: "The first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train marks a new era in Indian Railways, combining speed, comfort, and modern amenities for overnight travel."

Vande Bharat Sleeper trains to cover 1,000–1,500 km routes; 12 trains set for launch in 2026

January 01, 2026 5:51 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper train launch: The first service will operate between Kolkata and Guwahati, improving rail connectivity between East India and the Northeast.

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train to run soon (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Check launch date, route, stoppages, ticket price, food menu

January 05, 2026 2:47 pm

Howrah–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Launch Date, Route, Stoppages, Fare: A total of 823 passengers can travel on Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train. This new semi-high-speed train will have a design speed up to 180 kmph.

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India's first Vande Bharat sleeper class train will run on Guwahati-Kolkata route, to be launched by PM Modi

January 01, 2026 7:47 pm

Vande Bharat Sleeper train launch: The train will have 16 coaches -- eleven 3-tier, four 2-tier, and one AC.

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