Vande Bharat Sleeper Rolls Out: Features, Fares, Cancellation Rules Revealed

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train between Howrah and Guwahati (Kamakhya).
• The semi-high-speed service aims to reduce travel time by 2.5 hours and boost religious tourism in the region.
• The train has a design speed of 180 kmph, 16 coaches (11 3-tier, 4 2-tier, 1 first class AC), and a total capacity of 823 passengers.
• Features include Kavach safety system, bio-vacuum toilets, CCTV, baby care facilities, privacy doors, and individual air ventilation.
• Cancellation rules are stricter: 25% deduction after booking, 50% between 72-8 hours before departure, and no refund within 8 hours.

Why It Matters: India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train offers modern amenities, faster travel, and stricter cancellation policies.