Alipurduar Gets Vande Bharat Sleeper Stop: Howrah-Kamakhya Route Details Revealed!

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News18•10-01-2026, 08:44
Alipurduar Gets Vande Bharat Sleeper Stop: Howrah-Kamakhya Route Details Revealed!
- •New Alipurduar station will now be a stop for the Howrah-Kamakhya Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, bringing joy to local residents.
- •This marks the country's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, an upgraded version allowing passengers to travel lying down.
- •The train will feature 16 coaches: 11 AC 3 Tier, 4 AC 2 Tier, and 1 AC First Class, accommodating 823 passengers.
- •Alipurduar MLA Suman Kanjilal had advocated for the stop, expressing happiness over the railway's decision.
- •The new train is expected to benefit residents for work and medical travel, offering faster connectivity.
Why It Matters: Alipurduar secures a crucial stop for India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper, enhancing regional connectivity.
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