06-08-2025
MP urges Railway Minister to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper between Mangaluru and Bengaluru
Capt. Brijesh Chowta, MP for Dakshina Kannada, on Wednesday, urged Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to include the Mangaluru-Bengaluru route among the priority corridors for the upcoming Vande Bharat Sleeper Express.
The MP met the Minister in New Delhi and requested him to direct the concerned officials to explore the operational and technical feasibility for introducing a VB Sleeper Express on the route. The new rake, set for launch next month, marks yet another milestone in providing world-class rail travel to the common citizen, he said.
Capt. Chowta said the Mangaluru-Bengaluru sector is one of the most important intra-State corridors in Karnataka, connecting the coastal city of Mangaluru with the State capital. The route sees consistently high passenger demand from students, working professionals, tourists, and traders alike, he said.
The MP said only a handful of overnight trains serve the busy route at present, and they are often fully booked well in advance. A VB Sleeper service would offer faster, safer and more comfortable overnight travel. It will significantly improve the connectivity and passenger experience, he said.
