NEW DELHI: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday said the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will be launched once the second train is ready for regular service.

One train is ready for launch at Shakur Basti Coaching Depot in Delhi after undergoing necessary trials and testing, according to officials.

Briefing the media, Vaishnaw said that the second train is being manufactured and will possibly be ready by October 15, 2025.

“Both the trains will be launched together,” he said.

The minister emphasised that the second train is important to maintain the continuity of regular services.

“That’s why we are waiting for a second rake. Once we get it, we will decide any route and start operations,” Vaishnaw added.

Speculation is rife that the trains will be launched between New Delhi and Pat

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