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Moneycontrol01-01-2026, 22:46

PM Modi to Flag Off Guwahati-Kolkata Vande Bharat Sleeper This Month: Vaishnaw

  • PM Modi will flag off the Vande Bharat sleeper train connecting Guwahati and Kolkata later this month.
  • Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed the launch, expected around January 18 or 19.
  • The 16-coach train has a passenger capacity of 823 and a design speed of 180 kmph.
  • It will operate at 120-130 kmph, covering key districts in Assam and West Bengal.
  • The new service aims to enhance connectivity between the two major cities.

Why It Matters: PM Modi to launch Vande Bharat sleeper between Guwahati and Kolkata this month, boosting connectivity.

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