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Vande Bharat Sleeper may start 31 Oct on Delhi-Varanasi route
The Story in Brief
A new Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to start between Delhi and Varanasi from 31 October, just ahead of Diwali and Chhath. Details of the likely route, timing and ticket fares have emerged, giving relief to travellers planning to go home for the festivals.
The train will offer overnight sleeper accommodation on the busy Delhi-Varanasi corridor. Booking updates are awaited from the railways.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The timing of the launch is tied directly to the festive travel surge, which puts the highest demand on the Delhi-Varanasi route. The fare and schedule details that have emerged will determine whether the service eases congestion during Diwali and Chhath, when ticket shortages are routine. Railways has not yet confirmed a booking date.
Source: businesstoday.in
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