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News India Live, Digital Desk: Indian Railways is soon going to give a great treat to the passengers traveling between Bengaluru and Pune, the two big IT hubs of South and West India. Railway Ministry has announced the much awaited work on Bengaluru-Pune route. Vande Bharat Sleeper The plan to run the train has been given the green signal. This train will not only reduce the travel time but will also provide passengers a comfortable overnight travel experience with airplane-like comforts.
Night journey with business class facilities
Currently, trains running between Bengaluru and Pune take a lot of time, but Vande Bharat Sleeper train will cover this distance in just 12 to 13 hours. The biggest feature of this train is its sleeper coaches, which have been specially designed for long distance travel. The train will have features like ergonomic cushioning, sensor-based lighting, noise-free cabin and modern bio-vacuum toilets.
What will be the possible routes and stoppages?
Although the Railways has not yet released the official time table, but according to sources, this train will leave from KSR station of Bengaluru or Yesvantpur and reach Pune, stopping at major stations like Davangere, Hubli, Belagavi and Kolhapur. This route will be especially a boon for professionals and students who frequently travel between these two cities.
Equipped with ‘Kavach’ technology for safety
Vande Bharat sleeper trains will also be unmatched in terms of safety. These trains are completely equipped with indigenous security system. ‘Kavach’ Will be equipped with anti-aircraft radar, which is capable of preventing the collision of two trains. Apart from this, in case of fire in the train, automatic alarm, better fire fighting system and CCTV cameras will be installed in every coach, which will ensure the safety of passengers.
When will the service start?
According to senior railway officials, the prototype testing of Vande Bharat sleeper is in the final stages. It is expected that its operations will be started within the next few months. Talking about fare, this train will be of premium category, hence its fare may be equal to or slightly more than Rajdhani Express.
