India's First Bullet Train by 2027; Vande Bharat Sleeper Ready for Launch

• Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced India's first bullet train will be operational by August 15, 2027.
• The Vande Bharat Sleeper train has completed testing and certification, with its first proposed route as Guwahati-Kolkata.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will soon flag off the Vande Bharat Sleeper, offering world-class facilities for long-distance travel.
• PM Modi recently reviewed the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor progress at Surat station, interacting with engineers and staff.

Why It Matters: India's rail network is set for a major upgrade with bullet trains by 2027 and new Vande Bharat Sleeper services.