India’s first Vande Bharat train built especially for long-distance, overnight travel is called the Vande Bharat Sleeper. This version offers air-conditioned sleeper berths, in contrast to the previous Vande Bharat services, which concentrated on short daytime trips with seating-only coaches. It blends the usefulness of conventional night trains with the speed, contemporary style, and technology of the Vande Bharat platform. Passengers are receiving detachable blanket covers in an effort to improve the comfort of overnight rail travel. On Instagram, a recent viral video addressing the same topic is getting a lot of attention.
The YouTuber is seen traveling on the first Vande Bharat Sleeper route between Howrah and Kamakhya (Guwahati) in the reel that Sukant Shaw published. The YouTuber displays the blanket he was given and notes that it is not like the others. Its design is blue and green. Passengers have frequently expressed worries about receiving old blankets, according to the vlogger. Indian Railways has begun offering printed blanket covers as a solution to this problem. The vlogger shows us the cover and calls our attention to the Northern Frontier Railway’s (NFR) official emblem.
Because the blanket covers are detachable, different riders can change and clean them in between uses. According to reports, they are included in a premium linen set for Vande Bharat passengers that also includes a hand towel, a bedsheet, and a pillow with a cover.
Vande Bharat Sleeper: Key Features And Amenities
- Fully air-conditioned sleeper train with 1A, 2A and 3A coaches
- Modern, cushioned berths designed for better overnight comfort
- Higher average speeds than conventional sleeper trains
- Automatic doors and sealed gangways for reduced noise and dust
- Bio-vacuum toilets and improved hygiene standards
- Charging points, reading lights, and digital information displays
- CCTV surveillance and enhanced safety systems
- Onboard catering is included in the ticket price
Sleeper Fares for Vande Bharat
Due to its premium location, Vande Bharat Sleeper prices are more expensive than those of regular Rajdhani or mail/express sleeper trains. Meals and onboard amenities are usually included in the ticket price, and reservations are made solely for confirmation and do not include RAC. The train is intended for travelers who are prepared to spend more for speed, comfort, and a more contemporary overnight travel experience, despite its higher cost.
Food on the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
The food service on India’s inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper has been carefully chosen to complement the upscale overnight travel experience of the train. In keeping with the train’s journey, passengers are served regionally inspired meals that showcase flavors from both Bengal and Assam. Long trips can benefit from the menu’s emphasis on soothing, familiar cuisine rather than heavy or too hot fare. Travelers can sample local cuisine while maintaining light and balanced meals with the inclusion of staples like basic lentils, aromatic rice preparations, vegetable sides, and traditional sweets. In order to make onboard eating feel considerate and culturally grounded without sacrificing comfort during overnight flight, the concept is to blend practicality with regional authenticity.
