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India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Set to Launch Next Week on HowrahGuwahati Route

Indian Railways frames the indigenously built 16‑coach service as a safer, faster overnight link with Kavach protection.

Overview

  • The service carries train numbers 27575/27576 with a published overnight timetable of roughly 14 hours and a six‑day weekly operation.
  • The rake comprises 16 coaches with 11 AC 3‑tier, 4 AC 2‑tier and 1 First AC coach for a total capacity of 823 passengers.
  • The train is designed for 180 kmph but will run up to 130 kmph on this corridor based on track conditions and safety protocols.
  • Indian Railways lists features such as ergonomically designed berths, automatic doors, a modern passenger information system and the Kavach protection system.
  • The rollout comes as part of 11 new services from West Bengal and Assam this month, including eight Amrit Bharat Express trains, with a ceremonial flag‑off expected later in January.