Indian Railways Introduces Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper
TL;DR
- India's second Vande Bharat sleeper train has been launched.
- The service connects Varanasi and New Delhi.
- Travel time is reduced compared to the Shiv Ganga Express.
Indian Railways has rolled out the Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, which represents the nation's second Vande Bharat sleeper service. The newly introduced train features modern amenities along with an advanced safety system.
Operating between Varanasi and New Delhi, the route includes stops at Prayagraj, Kanpur Central, Aligarh, and Ghaziabad. The service cuts travel time by 55 minutes for the journey from Varanasi to New Delhi and by 35 minutes on the return trip compared to the Shiv Ganga Express.
The connection is designed to offer quicker overnight transportation linking key urban hubs with important pilgrimage destinations.
Why It Matters
This development improves modern transit and faster overnight travel options between significant urban centers and pilgrimage destinations, highlighting ongoing infrastructure upgrades in the country's railway network.
Oct 31, 2026 · Updated 10/31/2026, 7:21:17 AM · Reported with: India Today
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