Vande Bharat Sleeper News: The Indian Railways, under the Modi government, have witnessed a slew of key changes that have improved the travelling experiences of the passengers
Among these changes, the flagship Vande Bharat train has emerged as a true game changer. The Indian Railways’ Integral Coach Factory ((ICF) in Chennai has recently raised the curtain from its fully airconditioned sleeper coaches, with improved safety features and best-in-class interiors of Vande Bharat trains.
Since 2018, the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) has been producing the sleek Vande Bharat Express trains. To date, the ICF has manufactured 77 of these trains, which are operational across the country, though they currently offer only chair car seating. The ICF unveiled its first Vande Bharat train rake with all AC sleeper coaches for long distances involving night travel.
In this article, we will make a detailed comparison of Vande Bharat Express with Rajdhani Express. The Rajdhani Express is known for its luxury, comfort, and premium features. It has only AC coaches, and passengers are served complimentary meals during the journey. The Rajdhani Express network has expanded to connect many major cities, including Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, and Ahmedabad.
Vande Bharat Express Vs Rajdhani Express
Indian Railways operates a total of 102 Vande Bharat train services (51 trains) till September 2024.
Its maximum speed is 160 km/h
The new sleeper coach trains of Vande Bharat series, though similar to chair car trains, has improved safety features.
The coaches have been fitted with best-in-class interiors with GFRP (Glass fiber reinforced polymer) panels, aluminium extrusions berth frame with polyurethane foam cushion
It has bio-vacuum toilets with touch-free amenities
Vande Bharat sleeper’s has extra cushioning on the side of each berth
All coaches are equipped with automatic doors; GPS-based audio-visual passenger information system, on-board hotspot Wi-Fi for entertainment purposes, and very comfortable seating.
Salient features of Vande Bharat sleeper coaches:
Best-in-class interiors with GFRP panels
Aerodynamic exterior looks
Modular pantry
Automatic exterior passenger doors
Sensor based inter communication doors
Shower with hot water in 1st AC car
Public announcement and visual information system
Modern passenger amenities
Spacious luggage room
Rajdhani Express: Key Features
Rajdhani Express connects the country’s capital to the state capitals or major cities
High priority among the trains
Fully air-conditioned coaches
Rajadhani Express trains offer three different classes of accommodation. They are AC First Class (1A), AC 2-tier (2T), and AC 3-tier (3T).
Rajadhani Express provides complementary food when you make your travel.
Hazrat Nizamuddin-Thiruvananthapuram Rajdhani Express is the one which covers the maximum distance among these trains.
The Rajdhani Express connecting Delhi and Jammu Tawi is the shortest distance covering among these Rajadhani express trains
Many of the states have only a single Rajadhani Express allocated to them. But there are a few exceptions to this matter. Maharashtra and Jharkhand are the two main states who has two such Express trains.
When we compare these express trains with normal train services, Rajadhanis have fewer halts.
Free wifi facilities in Rajadhani trains
Rajadhani Express trains offer some of the top services provided by the Indian railway. They would provide the passengers travelling by AC coaches with blankets, pillows, towels and sheets. These are handed over to the customers in sealed covers and free of cost. Each bed roll consists of items like one pillow, one blanket, one face towel and 2-bed sheets.