Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Indian Railways to Introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains in Vijayawada
Indian Railways is planning to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in the Vijayawada Division by Dasara.
These trains will offer world-class facilities, including First AC, Second AC, and Third AC coaches with premium interiors, LED lighting, soundproof cabins, Wi-Fi connectivity, charging points, and automatic doors.
The trains are designed to operate at speeds of up to 160 kmph and will have 16 coaches.
The aim is to provide passengers with a faster, safer, and more comfortable travel experience, comparable to air travel.
Preparations are underway to introduce the service in the coming months.
Indian Railways plans to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper trains in the Vijayawada Division by Dasara.
The trains will offer world-class facilities, including First AC, Second AC, and Third AC coaches.
Amenities include LED lighting, soundproof cabins, Wi-Fi connectivity, charging points, and automatic doors.
The trains are designed to operate at speeds of up to 160 kmph and will have 16 coaches.
Current Vande Bharat Express trains connect Secunderabad, Chennai, and Visakhapatnam via Vijayawada.
- Who
- Indian Railways
- What
- Introduction of Vande Bharat Sleeper trains
- When
- By Dasara
- Where
- Vijayawada Division
- Why
- To provide world-class facilities and a comfortable travel experience for long-distance passengers
Proponents of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
Critics of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
Cost and Affordability
Proponents of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
The Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will offer world-class facilities at a competitive price, making air travel more accessible to the general public.
Critics of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains
The cost of tickets for the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains may be prohibitive for many passengers, limiting accessibility.
- Train Name
- Vande Bharat Sleeper
- Current Routes
- Secunderabad, Chennai, Visakhapatnam via Vijayawada
- Expected Speed
- 160 kmph
- Number of Coaches
- 16
- Expected Introduction Date
- Dasara
- Amenities
- First AC, Second AC, Third AC, LED lighting, soundproof cabins, Wi-Fi, charging points, automatic doors