Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Service Approved Between Bengaluru and Mumbai The Indian government has approved the launch of a new Vande Bharat Sleeper train service between Bengaluru Central and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai. This development was announced by Union Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in a letter dated April 5, 2026, addressed to BJP MP P.C. Mohan, who represents Bengaluru Central. The service is expected to significantly reduce travel time between the two major cities, with the train anticipated to cover the distance in less than 16 hours. The approval comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance rail connectivity and improve travel options for passengers. The Vande Bharat Sleeper train will operate on the route connecting KSR Bengaluru (KSR Bengaluru) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), a route that has long been a demand for faster travel options. This new service is expected to complement existing Vande Bharat trains, which already operate on routes such as Bengaluru-Chennai, Bengaluru-Hyderabad, Bengaluru-Belagavi, Bengaluru-Kalburgi, and Bengaluru-Mangalore. The Vande Bharat trains, known for their high-speed capabilities, currently run at an average speed of 160 kilometers per hour. These trains have been widely praised by passengers for their comfort, punctuality, and modern amenities. The introduction of the Sleeper variant on the Bengaluru-Mumbai route is a response to growing demand for affordable yet efficient travel options. The announcement was shared by P.C. Mohan on April 11, 2026, in a letter to his constituents. While the exact schedule for the new service has not been officially released, sources indicate that the train will begin operations shortly after the approval.#ashwini_vaishnaw #vande_bharat_sleeper_train #bengaluru_central #chhatrapati_shivaji_maharaj_terminus #p_c_mohan
