'Meant for middle-class': Railway Minister launches first Vande Bharat Sleeper train
Millennium Post Delhi|September 02, 2024
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on Sunday at BEML's Bangalore rail complex.
NARESH BISWANI
'Meant for middle-class': Railway Minister launches first Vande Bharat Sleeper train

This advanced sleeper trains has been designed and manufactured by BEML, India's leading rail and metro manufacturer.

The event also saw the inauguration and foundation stone laying of a new hangar facility spread over 9.2 acres near BEML's Bangalore complex, dedicated to the export of standard and broadgauge rolling stock, further bolstering BEML's global reach. The ceremony was attended by V. Somanna, Minister of State for Railways; Satish Kumar, Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board; Shantanu Roy, Chairman and Managing Director of BEML; along with senior officials from Indian Railways and Integral Coach Factory (ICF).

The Vande Bharat Sleeper train, the first of its kind in India, combines aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. Constructed with austenitic stainless steel, the train incorporates advanced crashworthy features such as specially designed crash buffers and couplers to maximise passenger safety.

All materials and components adhere to stringent fire safety standards, meeting the EN45545 HL3 grade requirements, ensuring the highest level of passenger protection.

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