Vande Bharat Sleeper train (No. 27576) between Kamakhya (KYQ) and Howrah (HWH) to start on 22nd January 2026
Big news for rail travelers in Eastern India! The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train (No. 27576) is set to begin operations between Kamakhya (KYQ) in Assam and Howrah (HWH) in West Bengal starting 22nd January 2026. Train Number: 27576 Route: Kamakhya (near Guwahati) → Howrah (Kolkata) Service Type: Overnight Vande Bharat Sleeper – combining high-speed travel with modern sleeper comfort. Launch Date: 22 January 2026 Howrah - Kamakhya to run from 23 January 2026 Passenger Benefits: - Faster travel time compared to existing express services. - Modern sleeper berths with ergonomic design. - Smart lighting, infotainment, and advanced safety features. - Improved ride quality with noise-reduction technology. Significance - First Vande Bharat Sleeper service in the Northeast–Eastern corridor, enhancing connectivity between Assam and West Bengal. - Expected to be a game-changer for overnight travel, offering Rajdhani-level comfort with Vande Bharat speed and technology. - Part of Indian Railways’ broader plan to roll out sleeper variants nationwide, gradually replacing older premium trains. ✨ In short, this new service is poised to make overnight journeys between Guwahati and Kolkata faster, more comfortable, and more stylish than ever before.
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