The Vande Bharat Sleeper train between New Delhi and Varanasi is expected to launch on October 31, 2026.

A second sleeper train connecting Mumbai and Bengaluru is expected to launch on November 1, 2026.

The trains aim to reduce travel time, with the Delhi–Varanasi journey taking around 9 hours and Mumbai–Bengaluru around 16 hours.

The trains will offer air-conditioned sleeper coaches, comfortable berths and modern facilities for passengers travelling long distances.