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PM Modi Hails Launch of First Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 07:39 PM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the inauguration of the Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat sleeper train, describing the event as a historic day for Indian Railways.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has marked the launch of the Kashi-Delhi Vande Bharat sleeper train as a significant milestone for the nation's railway network. In a statement welcoming the new service, the Prime Minister described the occasion as a 'historic day,' highlighting the expansion of high-speed rail connectivity between Varanasi and the national capital.
The introduction of this specific sleeper variant of the Vande Bharat Express signifies a major upgrade in long-distance rail travel infrastructure. By connecting the spiritual hub of Kashi with Delhi, the train aims to provide a faster and more comfortable mode of transport for passengers traveling between these two major centers.
The Prime Minister's remarks underscore the government's ongoing commitment to modernizing India's rail services. The launch is part of a broader initiative to enhance passenger amenities and reduce travel time on key corridors across the country.
The introduction of this specific sleeper variant of the Vande Bharat Express signifies a major upgrade in long-distance rail travel infrastructure. By connecting the spiritual hub of Kashi with Delhi, the train aims to provide a faster and more comfortable mode of transport for passengers traveling between these two major centers.
The Prime Minister's remarks underscore the government's ongoing commitment to modernizing India's rail services. The launch is part of a broader initiative to enhance passenger amenities and reduce travel time on key corridors across the country.