{
  "id": 19464354,
  "title": "Forget flights? Vande Bharat Sleeper raises bar",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/forget-flights-vande-bharat-sleeper-raises-bar",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-11T07:04:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/transportation/railways/vande-bharat-sleeper-will-make-you-forget-flight-journeys-passenger-offers-peek-inside-1ac-coach-with-plush-bedding-premium-onboard-service/articleshow/135728300.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "India's Indian Railways has introduced a new Vande Bharat Sleeper train service that is set to redefine overnight travel experiences. The service boasts premium cabins, modern facilities, and onboard hospitality that sets it apart from conventional overnight journeys. A recent Instagram video offers an exclusive look inside the first AC (1AC) coach of the Vande Bharat Sleeper on the Bengaluru-Mumbai route, showcasing several features that have captured viewers' attention.\n\nUpon arrival at a station dressed in its distinctive red-and-silver livery, passengers are greeted with a striking difference from traditional train journeys. The Vande Bharat Sleeper 1AC coach boasts bright, clean interiors, private cabins with individual berths, neatly arranged bedding, and curtains for added privacy. The warm colour palette gives the compartments a comfortable appearance, while ample storage spaces help passengers keep their luggage and essentials organized.\n\nThe train's cleanliness is evident, with railway staff members regularly checking and maintaining the coach. A key feature that stands out is the onboard service, which resembles an airline experience. A coach attendant brings water to passengers using a compact service trolley, similar to those used in aircraft cabins. This detail adds a unique touch to the overnight train journey.\n\nPassengers aboard the Vande Bharat Sleeper can also enjoy a variety of food and refreshments. The video shows a meal consisting of upma, coconut chutney, juice, and tea or coffee, offering a different kind of onboard dining experience compared to conventional overnight train journeys. The washroom facilities are also noteworthy, with contemporary fittings and white interiors that add to the premium travel experience.\n\nWhile the charm of train journeys remains difficult to replace, the Vande Bharat Sleeper's combination of private cabins, bedding, organised food service, and improved interiors is giving passengers more reasons to look forward to overnight travel. For those who enjoy train travel but also appreciate some of the conveniences associated with flying, this new sleeper service offers an intriguing blend of railway charm and modern comfort.",
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