Vande Bharat Sleeper's First Route: Guwahati-Kolkata! 180 Kmph Speed, Luxury Travel

• Ministry of Railways announced the first Vande Bharat Sleeper train route between Guwahati and Kolkata.
• This indigenously built high-speed sleeper train offers 180 kmph speed and flight-like amenities for overnight journeys.
• Successful high-speed trials were conducted on the Kota–Nagda section, achieving 180 kmph.
• The route is a significant gift for Eastern India, enhancing connectivity and comfort, especially for West Bengal.
• PM Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the service soon, transforming long-distance travel.

Why It Matters: India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will connect Guwahati and Kolkata, promising faster, luxurious overnight travel.