After 16-coach launch, Railways plans 24-coach Vande Bharat sleeper with pantry
Indian Railways is expected to introduce more than 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains over the coming years as it seeks to transform long-distance rail travel. Three major manufacturing projects are underway. The 24-coach Vande Bharat sleeper trains will be a variant of the existing train design but will include a pantry car.
Indian Railways is planning to introduce 24-coach Vande Bharat sleeper trains, following the successful launch of the 16-coach variant. The Integral Coach Factory in Chennai has been instructed to produce 50 of these longer-distance overnight sleeper trains. Indian Railways aims to roll out over 200 Vande Bharat sleeper trains in the years to come.
The 24-coach design will feature a pantry car, increased number of toilets, and improved interiors. The new trains are expected to be ready by June 2027, with designs nearing completion.
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