Vande Bharat Sleeper Trials for Delhi-Patna Route Begin December 12

• India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train will begin trials from December 12, with regular services expected by the end of December.
• The Delhi–Patna route will be served by the new overnight Vande Bharat sleeper, operating six days a week.
• Manufactured by BEML, the train features 16 coaches with 827 berths, including 11 Third AC, four Second AC, and one First AC.
• Equipped with automatic doors, bio-toilets, CCTV, and personal reading lights, it's designed for comfortable long-distance travel.
• The train is designed for a maximum speed of 160 km/h and includes advanced safety systems like Kavach anti-collision technology.

Why It Matters: New Vande Bharat sleeper trains improve overnight rail travel for passengers.