PM Modi Flags Off India's First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, Boosts Bengal Connectivity

• PM Modi flagged off India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya) from Malda Town Station, West Bengal.
• He also digitally flagged off the return journey of the Guwahati-Howrah Vande Bharat sleeper train and interacted with students.
• The Prime Minister inaugurated rail and road projects worth over Rs 3,250 crore in West Bengal, including four Amrit Bharat Express trains.
• The Vande Bharat sleeper train offers a "flight-like travel experience at an affordable price," reducing Howrah-Guwahati travel time by 2.5 hours.
• PM Modi emphasized that these projects will accelerate Bengal's progress, strengthen connectivity, and boost tourism and employment.

Why It Matters: PM Modi launched India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train and multiple rail projects, enhancing connectivity and development in Bengal.