Vande Bharat Sleeper Debut: Kamakhya Station Buzzes with Excitement

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News18•17-01-2026, 13:54
Vande Bharat Sleeper Debut: Kamakhya Station Buzzes with Excitement
- •The country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train debuted from Kamakhya Station, Guwahati, connecting to Howrah, Kolkata.
- •Thousands of enthusiastic people, including children, elderly, and women, gathered at Kamakhya Station since morning to witness the historic event.
- •Both entries to the station were specially decorated with flowers and flags, creating a festive atmosphere.
- •Many traveled for hours, some in traditional Assamese attire, just to catch a glimpse and take photos of the modern train.
- •Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and other VIPs were present, leading to enhanced security measures on Platform Two.
Why It Matters: The first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launched from Kamakhya, drawing massive crowds and VIPs.
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