First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to Connect Guwahati-Howrah; PM Modi to Flag Off in Jan

• Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will run between Guwahati and Howrah.
• PM Narendra Modi is set to flag off the inaugural service in January, following successful trials and certification.
• The 16-coach train, with 823 passenger capacity, includes AC 3-tier, 2-tier, and 1st class coaches for long-distance travel.
• Equipped with state-of-the-art amenities: comfortable berths, advanced suspension, automatic doors, and safety systems.
• Aims to enhance connectivity between Assam and West Bengal, offering overnight travel and local cuisines onboard.

Why It Matters: First Vande Bharat Sleeper train enhances Guwahati-Howrah connectivity, boosting regional development and travel.