Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper & New Routes Launched
CM Yogi Adityanath and Ashwini Vaishnaw flag off the Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper and new rail routes in Uttar Pradesh.
On October 31, 2026, a major milestone was achieved for the national rail network as the Varanasi-Delhi Vande Bharat Sleeper was officially flagged off. The inauguration ceremony was led by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya.
New Rail Services in Uttar Pradesh
In addition to the flagship sleeper service, several new rail routes were introduced to enhance regional connectivity. These new services include:
- Varanasi City to Rajatalaab
- Banaras to Prayagraj Rambagh
During the ceremony, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath lauded the rapid expansion of the country's infrastructure under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized that these new services are designed to provide much-needed convenience to commuters across the region.
High-Speed Future: Northern Corridor Bullet Train
Looking ahead to the future of high-speed travel, Minister Vaishnaw shared significant news regarding the Northern Corridor bullet train project. This approved project is set to establish high-speed connectivity linking several major hubs, including:
- Delhi
- Varanasi
- Patna
- Guwahati
Kashi Railway Station Redevelopment
Beyond the launch of new trains, Minister Vaishnaw also conducted a detailed inspection of the ongoing redevelopment work at the Kashi Railway Station. The station is undergoing extensive modernization to upgrade passenger facilities and infrastructure as part of the broader railway development plan.