Railways Minister inaugurates India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Trainset Carbody Structure

Bengaluru: Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw marked a historic moment as he inaugurated the carbody structure of India’s pioneering Vande Bharat Sleeper trainset, proudly manufactured by BEML Ltd at its Bengaluru-based rail unit. The ceremony was graced by the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Railways, ICF, and the Chairman and Managing Director of BEML Ltd Shantanu Roy.

Briefing to media persons, Vaishnaw said, “It’s a historic moment for Indian Railways and for the country to launch the carbody structure of the much-awaited Vande Bharat Sleeper version that will provide easy mobility to commuters and offer various comforts in the near future with global standards.”

The carbody structure is crafted with high-grade Austenitic stainless steel, featuring crashworthy elements integrated into the crash buffers and couplers. Complying with stringent safety standards, all materials and aggregates in the trainset adhere to the Fire standard requirements as per EN45545 HL3 grade.

Engineered with meticulous attention to detail, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains designed by BEML prioritize both aesthetic appeal and functionality in their interiors, sleeper berths, and exteriors. From the front nose cone to interior panels, seats and berths, interior lights, couplers, gangways, and beyond, every element is meticulously designed to meet the exacting standards of the sleeper trainset.

BEML has spearheaded the development of critical systems including the electrical, propulsion, bogie, exterior plug doors, brake systems, HVAC, and more, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance throughout the trainset. The entire manufacturing and assembly process is undertaken at BEML, underscoring a commitment to quality and precision.

The CMD of BEML Ltd Shantanu Roy said “We are delighted to be a part of creating this milestone that will facilitate comfort and world-class facilities while minimizing travel time. Our production is operating at full capacity, and the entire manufacturing and assembly process is undertaken at BEML, emphasizing our commitment to quality and precision by specialised team of engineers and staff.”

These Vande Bharat Sleeper trains set a new benchmark in passenger comfort and convenience, boasting world-class facilities and best-in-class interiors. It marks a significant milestone as India embarks on the journey of introducing sleeper variants within the acclaimed Vande Bharat platform.

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