Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: Impressive Facilities That Will Make Your Journey Luxurious
Vande Bharat sleeper trains has been developed with the aim of making long distance night journeys more comfortable and safer. The railways have designed the coaches to provide more privacy and comfort to the passengers. (File Photo)
The train features security system like CCTV cameras, digital information screens, new toilets, improved berth designs, cabins with sliding doors for greater privacy, and stairs to the upper berths for safer and more comfortable ride. (File Photo)
‘Noise insulation’ technology has been used in the Vande Bharat sleeper trains. Hence, passengers can sleep comfortably during the night. (File Photo)
Extra foam cushioning has been provided to make the passengers comfortable while sleeping on the berths. Also, specially designed ladders have been installed to climb up to the upper berth. Each berth reportedly has more space to store luggage and stretch legs than regular trains. (File Photo)
The washrooms in the Vande Bharat Sleeper train have been made state-of-the-art similar to the toilets in airplanes. Reportedly, bio-vacuum toilets have been installed. The technology efficiently and hygienically manages human waste. All taps, flushes and soap dispensers work in a touch free (sensor) manner. LED mirrors with lighting have also been installed in the washrooms. Hot water facilities have also been provided for the passengers through geysers. (File Photo)
The trains also have an anti-collision system ‘Kavach’ that automatically applies the brakes to prevent accidents if two trains come face to face on the same track. Each coach as advanced fire detection and suppression systems. If smoke is accidentally detected, an alarm will sound immediately. (File Photo)
Some other facilities include:
– Personal Reading Lights: Each berth has its own reading lights. You can read books without disturbing fellow passengers.
– Charging Points: USB charging ports as well as advanced Type-C ports have been provided at every seat for mobiles and laptops.
– Mini Pantry: Mini pantry units have been allocated in each coach to provide hot food and beverages to passengers.
– Jerk-free travel: Special ‘couplers’ and suspension systems have been used to ensure that passengers do not experience any jerks when the train starts or stops. (File Photo)
