Metro Rail News:During the trials, the Vande Bharat sleeper train reached a top speed of 180 kmph. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video demonstrating the train’s smooth ride at higher speed. The trials were carried out by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) to evaluate the train’s safety and performance
The Ministry of Railways mentioned, “The trials will continue till this month end before the facility is made available to the rail commuters,”.
Railways Officials stated “These trials will continue for the month of January under the supervision of Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO).
About Vande Bharat Sleeper Trials
On January 1 2025, the trial runs were conducted on a 40km route between Rohal Khurd and Kota. During the trial, the train touched the peak speed of 180 km per hour.
On the same day, the sleeper train also went through trials on the Kota-Nagda and Rohal Khurd-Chau Mahla sections and achieved speeds of 170 km/hr and 160 km/hr.
On 2 January 2024. trials runs conducted between Kota and Laban in Bundi district of Rajasthan spanning 30 km achieving a maximum speed of 180 Kilometers.
Vande Bhaat Sleeper Trains
- Current Vande Bharat Operations
At present, 136 Vande Bharat trains operate across the country, primarily serving medium and short-distance routes. These trains feature chair car seating, which makes them ideal for comfortable, day-long journeys.
- Introduction of Sleeper Trains
In response to the growing demand for premium long-distance travel options, Indian Railways is developing a sleeper version of the Vande Bharat trains. The sleeper variant of Vande Bhart Train will provide passengers with a luxurious travel experience on extended routes.
- Key Features of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains: The sleeper trains will incorporate advanced features, including:
- Automatic doors for easy access
- Ultra-comfortable berths for restful overnight travel
- On-board Wi-Fi for continuous connectivity
- A modern, aircraft-like interior design that enhances passenger comfort
- Engineering Challenges: As per the officials the primary challenge involved in the development of Vande Bharat Sleeper was incorporating berths into the train design while ensuring structural integrity and maintaining the peak speed of 180 km/h.
Future Prospection
After the completion of successful trials, the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) will evaluate the sleeper trains at maximum speed. Only after the successful evaluation, the trains will be officially certified and Indian Railways will be capable of deploying the trains for operations.
