Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Becomes a Hit Among Passengers<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All Tickets for the First Day\u2019s Journey Booked within Hours as the Ticket Window Opened<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Posted On: 20 JAN 2026 7:57PM by PIB Delhi
The first commercial run of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train (Train No. 27576) between Kamakhya (KYQ) and Howrah (HWH) has received an overwhelming response from passengers. With all seats getting booked within a few hours of opening the ticket reservation through PRS and other sites. The swift sell-out vividly reflects passengers\u2019 eagerness to experience the speed, comfort and modern amenities of the Vande Bharat Sleeper inaugurated by the Hon\u2019ble Prime Minister on 17th January, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The train is scheduled to commence its maiden commercial journey with effect from 22nd January 2026 from Kamakhya & with effect from 23rd January 2026 from Howrah. The ticket booking windows for this new service opened on 19th January 2026 at 08:00 hours. Within less than 24 hours, tickets across all classes were completely sold out, reflecting the tremendous public enthusiasm for the premium semi-high-speed service introduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This remarkable response for its very first commercial run underlines the growing preference of passengers for faster, safer and more comfortable rail travel options. The Kamakhya \u2013 Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to significantly enhance connectivity between the Northeast and Eastern India, offering modern amenities, improved travel time and a world \u2013 class overnight travel experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The fully booked status within hours stands as a strong testament to the trust and excitement of passengers towards modern train services being introduced by Indian Railways, marking a new chapter in premium rail connectivity for the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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