PM Modi to Launch India's First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Kolkata-Guwahati Route

• PM Modi will soon flag off India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train connecting Kolkata and Guwahati.
• Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the launch, expected around January 18-19.
• Fares are designed for middle-class passengers, significantly cheaper than flights (e.g., 3rd AC at Rs 2,300).
• The train features 16 coaches, 180 kmph design speed, Kavach safety system, and advanced hygiene technology.
• It will enhance connectivity between Northeast and West Bengal, with stops at key stations.

Why It Matters: India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train offers affordable, high-speed, comfortable travel between Kolkata and Guwahati.