Ticket for first class AC cabin starts at about Rs 1,520. (Photo Credit: Instagram)
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News1819-01-2026, 09:34

Vande Bharat Sleeper: First Class AC Offers 5-Star Hotel Comfort on Tracks

  • India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, flagged off by PM Narendra Modi, connects Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya).
  • A vlogger's video reveals the luxurious first-class AC compartment with modern design, privacy features, and ergonomic bunks.
  • Features include lockable doors, opaque-to-transparent glass, individual ventilation, lighting, power sockets, and comfortable cushioning.
  • The train aims to modernize long-distance travel, reduce journey time by 2.5 hours, and has a design speed of 180 kmph.
  • It has 16 coaches (11 3-tier, 4 2-tier, 1 first-class AC) with a total capacity of 823 passengers, offering local cuisine and strict ticketing rules.

Why It Matters: India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper redefines train travel with luxurious first-class AC resembling a 5-star hotel.

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