Indian Railways has successfully conducted the final high-speed trial of the indigenously designed and manufactured Vande Bharat Sleeper Train under the supervision of the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS). The trial took place on the Kota–Nagda section, where the train achieved a maximum speed of 180 kmph, marking a significant milestone in India’s pursuit of advanced, self-reliant rail technology.
During the trial, comprehensive technical evaluations were carried out, covering ride stability, oscillation, vibration behaviour, braking performance, emergency braking system, and overall safety systems. The CRS declared the trial successful, confirming that the train met all operational and safety standards required for high-speed passenger travel.
Advanced ride quality and passenger amenities showcased
Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, shared a video of the high-speed trial on social media, highlighting the success of the CRS trial. “The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train successfully completed the CRS trial at 180 kmph on the Kota–Nagda section,” he said. The video also featured a water-glass stability demonstration, in which glasses filled with water remained steady without spillage, demonstrating the train’s superior suspension, smooth ride, and technological robustness.
The trial used a 16-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper rake, designed for long-distance travel and equipped with modern passenger amenities. These include comfortable sleeper berths, automatic doors, advanced suspension systems, modern toilets, fire detection and safety monitoring systems, CCTV surveillance, digital passenger information systems, and energy-efficient technologies — all aimed at providing a safe and world-class travel experience.
Cutting-edge technology and safety innovations
The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is fitted with several advanced systems, including KAVACH, crashworthy semi-permanent couplers, anti-climbers, fire barrier doors, regenerative braking, UV-C AC disinfection, centrally controlled automatic plug doors, emergency talk-back units, and a centralized coach monitoring system. Special facilities for Divyangjan passengers include dedicated lavatories and ergonomically designed ladders for easier access to upper berths.
The successful CRS high-speed trial marks a major technical achievement and paves the way for the introduction of Vande Bharat Sleeper services. This development underscores Indian Railways’ commitment to innovation, passenger safety, and indigenous manufacturing, in line with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.