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Launch Vande Sleeper trains for overnight journeys

Bharatiya Janata Party · Lok Sabha General Election 2024

Last updated 8 Jul 2026

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Original manifesto wording

“We will launch Vande Sleeper trains for a comfortable overnight journey.”

From the Bharatiya Janata Party manifestoView Manifestop.45

Our Assessment

The pledge has been delivered: the Vande Bharat Sleeper train was rolled out in 2025 (with services introduced around September 2025), designed for comfortable long-distance overnight travel at speeds up to about 180 km/h, with features such as USB charging, modular pantries, enhanced safety and showers in 1st AC coaches. The commitment to launch Vande Sleeper trains is fulfilled; further expansion across routes continues.

Promise Timeline

1 Sept 2025

Vande Bharat Sleeper train rolled out for long-distance overnight travel (speeds up to ~180 km/h).

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