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Vande Bharat sleeper train, Indian Railways update: Designed for overnight journeys, the new variant of Vande Bharat Express aims to offer enhanced comfort, speed and a premium travel experience.

3 min readUpdated: Dec 5, 2025 07:52 PM IST

Vande Bharat sleeper service: The railways has decided to launch two Vande Bharat Sleeper trains together. (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Vande Bharat Sleeper train latest update, Vande Bharat sleeper service: Indian Railways (IR) is set to transform long-distance travel experience for passengers with the introduction of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. Designed for overnight journeys, the new variant of Vande Bharat Express aims to offer enhanced comfort, speed and a premium travel experience.

Vande Bharat train

Presently, 164 services of Vande Bharat trains with Chair Car are operational across the vast network. Developed by Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF), these semi-high-speed trains have been running with full occupancies.

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Vande Bharat Sleeper train status

In a written reply in the Lok Sabha on December 3, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared the latest updates on the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains while responding to queries raised by Lok Sabha MP PC Mohan.

The Railway Minister said: “To cater to long and medium distance overnight travel, the Sleeper variant of Vande Bharat train has been indigenously designed. Two such rakes have been manufactured and are under trial/ commissioning. The Vande Bharat Sleeper variant is having faster acceleration and deceleration.”

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Vande Bharat Sleeper train launch

The railways has decided to launch two Vande Bharat Sleeper trains together. In September, Vaishnaw clarified that the launch will take place only after the second train is fully ready for regular service. This train has also been manufactured by BEML using ICF technology.

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Vande Bharat Sleeper train features

Aerodynamic Exterior having car body made of Austenitic stainless steel conforming to the Crashworthiness standards.
Fully Sealed Flexible Gangway for ease of movement of passengers between coaches.
Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), Smoke/Fire Detection System (FDS).
Under-slung Propulsion with Regenerative braking for energy efficiency.

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CCTVs for safety and passenger surveillance.
Integrated Berth Reading Light (BRL) with 3-PIN Charging socket & switch along with USB ports type A and type C.
Passenger information & public address system for emergency talkback and Driver-Guard communication system.
Noise insulation and mitigation measures for silent saloon space.
Ergonomically designed odour free toilet systems evacuation with vacuum.
Centrally controlled Automatic Sliding Plug Doors, Driver cab AC and Toilet for Crew.
Interior materials / aggregates in the trainset compliant to the Fire standard requirements.
LED lighting (Direct & Indirect Lighting) and Disaster management light, sensor based intercommunication door, fire barrier doors at end wall.
Passenger Alarm Emergency push button switch and its indicator.
Separate berths have been provided for all attendants and special berths and toilets for Passengers with Restricted Mobility (PRM).

Anish Mondal

Anish Mondal is a journalist with over nine years of experience covering the railways and roadways. Currently a member of the Indianexpress.com editorial team, Anish specializes in high-impact sectors. Professional Journey Anish began his career at the public broadcaster Rajya Sabha Television (now Sansad TV), where he developed a foundational understanding of legislative processes and national governance. In 2018, he transitioned to digital financial journalism at FinancialExpress.com, spending nearly six years refining his expertise in market trends and corporate reporting. Before joining The Indian Express in 2025, he served as a key contributor at ETNowNews.com. Education & Expertise Anish’s reporting is backed by a rigorous academic background in communication and the humanities: Master of Journalism and Mass Communication (MJMC) – Apeejay Stya University Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Production (PGTVRJP) – Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication Bachelor of Arts (English Honours) – University of Calcutta Areas of Coverage Connectivity: Detailed reporting on the expansion of Indian Railways and National Highway networks. ... Read More

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