Indian Railways is working hard to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains across the country. These new trains will make long-distance travel faster and more comfortable. The Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will bring modern technology and better features, changing overnight travel for people in India.
According to a report by ET Now, a partnership between Titagarh Rail Systems Limited and Bharat Heavy Engineering Limited (BHEL) will make 80 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains under a contract worth Rs 24,000 crore. They will also take care of maintaining these trains for the next 35 years. The trains will be built at a new, modern factory in Uttarpara, Kolkata, West Bengal, run by Titagarh Rail Systems.
Titagarh Rail Systems-BHEL to Reveal Vande Bharat Sleeper Prototype in 2026
The partnership between Titagarh Rail Systems and BHEL will reveal the first model of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train in 2026.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: India’s First Long-Distance, Semi-High-Speed Train
The Vande Bharat Sleeper train will be India’s first long-distance, semi-high-speed train with an all-Indian design. It will offer better comfort for passengers and include the latest safety features. With its modern layout, smart technology, and energy-saving systems, the train is set to improve intercity travel across India.
Titagarh’s Advanced Train Factory in Uttarpara
The Titagarh Rail systems factory in Uttarpara plays a key role in this plan. It used advanced Industry 4.0 technology and robotic production lines, which are a big step forward for rail manufacturing in India. This facility is the only one in the country that can produce both stainless steel and aluminium coaches in one place. Right now, it can make 300 coaches a year, but this will be increased to 850 to meet growing demand.
