Luxury on wheels: Vande Bharat sleeper train’s high-tech features shine | WATCH

Rajasthan: The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has hit a top speed of 180 km/h in its recent tests carried out over a 40-km stretch in Rajasthan. Indian Railways announced this milestone on Friday, achieved in the third phase of testing. The tests, overseen by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation, were carried out between Kota and Laban, with the highest speed recorded on January 2 between Kota and Nagda.

Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnav shared a video on the microblogging platform X, showing how the train moves at top speed with absolute smoothness. The clip included a glass of water beside a mobile phone placed on a table inside the train. It showed that not a single droplet of water in the glass had moved at 180 km/h. This was indeed a reflection of the comfort and technological prowess of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train.

Vande Bharat (Sleeper) testing at 180 kmph pic.twitter.com/ruVaR3NNOt

— Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) January 2, 2025

Trials ongoing and safety tests continuously conducted

There are planned further tests of the train's speed stability and safety parameters throughout the month of January. Upon the completion of these tests, the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) will take into account the results and give clearance to run commercially. It ensures complete safety in the use of this train for passengers and reliability in using it for long distance routes.

Features of the sleeper train

With the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, the vision is to revolutionize long-distance rail travel. The premium, airliner-like experience will include: Automatic Doors for hassle-free access, ergonomic Berths with spacious legroom to minimize congestion throughout a long journey. In-car Wi-Fi to keep passengers connected throughout the journey.

Proposed routes

Following an induction period, Vande Bharat Sleeper will cover significant long-distance routes such as:
Kashmir to Kanyakumari, Delhi to Mumbai and Howrah to Chennai. These routes will facilitate the travel of millions of passengers with speed, efficiency, and luxury across India.

Indian Railways' turning point

The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train trials are a significant milestone for Indian Railways. The combination of speed, safety, and cutting-edge features makes this train a game-changer in long-distance travel, providing unmatched comfort and efficiency.