The first commercial run of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train (Train No. 27576) between Kamakhya (KYQ) and Howrah (HWH) has received an overwhelming response from passengers. All seats were booked within just a few hours after the ticket reservation opened through the PRS and other platforms.
This rapid sell-out vividly reflects passengers’ eagerness to experience the speed, comfort, and modern amenities of the Vande Bharat Sleeper, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 17, 2026.
The train is scheduled to commence its maiden commercial journey on January 22, 2026, from Kamakhya and on January 23, 2026, from Howrah. The ticket booking windows for this new service opened on January 19, 2026, at 8:00 AM. Within less than 24 hours, tickets across all classes were completely sold out, highlighting the tremendous public enthusiasm for this premium semi-high-speed service.
This remarkable response for its first commercial run underscores the growing preference of passengers for faster, safer, and more comfortable rail travel options. The Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper is expected to significantly enhance connectivity between Northeast and Eastern India, offering modern amenities, improved travel times, and a world-class overnight travel experience.
The fully booked status within hours stands as a strong testament to the trust and excitement of passengers toward the modern train services being introduced by Indian Railways, marking a new chapter in premium rail connectivity for the region.
