Launch of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train-set with Cutting-Edge Technology and Safety Features
The Indian Railways has made significant strides in enhancing passenger comfort and safety with the introduction of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train-set. The first 16-car prototype rake has been successfully manufactured, and after completing field trials, it is now under commissioning. A total of 10 rakes in a 16-car configuration and 50 rakes in a 24-car configuration are slated for production at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. Additionally, contracts have been awarded for the manufacturing of 200 more sleeper rakes across Indian Railway Production Units, utilizing Indian Railway staff and technology partners.
These sleeper trains incorporate a range of technological advancements and safety features designed to ensure a safe and efficient travel experience. Key highlights include the KAVACH system for train protection, crashworthy and jerk-free couplers, compliance with EN standards for carbody design, and adherence to EN-45545 HL3 fire safety standards. Each coach is equipped with fire barrier doors, a regenerative braking system for improved energy efficiency, and air conditioning units featuring UV-C lamp-based disinfection systems.
Passenger safety and accessibility are prioritized, with emergency communication units, accommodation for passengers with restricted mobility, automatic plug doors, and wider gangways. The trains also feature ergonomically designed ladders for ease of access to upper berths and a centralized monitoring system to oversee essential amenities like air conditioning and lighting. CCTV surveillance cameras enhance security throughout the coaches.
To support these advanced train sets, new maintenance infrastructure and upgrades to existing depots are planned, with an investment exceeding Rs. 14,000 crore. This comprehensive approach aims to ensure that the Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains provide a modern, efficient, and safe travel experience for passengers across the Indian Railway network.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3063
TO BE ANSWERED ON 19.03.2025
VANDE BHARAT SLEEPER TRAINS
Will the Minister of RAILWAYS be pleased to state:
(a) whether the Government is planning to increase the number of Vande Bharat Sleeper trains after the positive outcome of the trial run;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government is planning to set up the necessary infrastructure and maintenance facilities to support the operation of Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains;
(d) if so, details thereof;
(e) whether the Government has incorporated safety and technological advancements into the Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains compared to existing sleeper trains; and
(f) if so, the details thereof?
ANSWER
(a) to (f) The first 16-car prototype rake of Vande Bharat Sleeper Train-set has been manufactured. Field trials have been completed and the rake is under commissioning. Total 10 Rakes in 16-Car composition and 50 rakes in 24-Car configuration have been provisioned for manufacture at ICF Chennai.
Besides, contracts for Manufacture of 200 Vande Bharat Sleeper rakes in Indian Railway Production Units using Indian Railway Staff through Technology partners have also been placed.
Broad technological advancements and safety features provided in Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains are as below:
- i. Fitted with KAVACH.
- ii. Crashworthy and Jerk-Free Semi permanent couplers and Anti Climbers.
- iii. Crashworthy Design of Carbody complying with EN standards.
- iv. EN-45545 HL3 fire safety standards.
- v. Fire barrier doors at the end of each coach.
- vi. Regenerative braking system for energy efficiency.
- vii. Higher Average speed with quick deceleration and acceleration.
- viii. Air conditioning units provided with indigenously developed UV-C lamp based disinfection system.
- ix. Emergency talk-back unit for communication between Passenger and Train Manager/Loco Pilot in case of emergency.
- x. Accommodation and accessible toilets for Passengers with Restricted Mobility (PRM) in the driving coaches on each end.
- xi. Centrally controlled Automatic Plug Doors and Fully Sealed wider gangways.
- xii. Ergonomically designed ladder for ease of climbing on to upper berths.
- xiii. Centralized Coach Monitoring System for better condition monitoring of passenger amenities such as Air conditioning, Saloon Lighting etc.
- xiv. CCTV surveillance cameras in all coaches.
Maintenance Infrastructure facilities are planned as per the operational and maintenance requirement. Accordingly, new maintenance depots and up-gradation of existing depots with modern infrastructure facilities suitable for Vande Bharat Train- sets at a cost of more than Rs.14,000 Cr. have been envisaged across Indian Railway network.
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