The dream of India’s fastest train is about to come true which is the next evolution of India’s indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection system, as part of its advanced safety and technology framework.
Vande Bharat 4.0” will be launched next year in 2027, Vande Bharat 4.0 is the upcoming next-generation model of the Vande Bharat platform, aimed at setting higher global benchmarks in performance, passenger comfort, and overall build quality. The focus is on delivering a superior passenger experience, including improved seating, upgraded toilet facilities, finer coach workmanship, and enhanced interior finish.
The next-generation trainsets are being positioned not only to meet India’s future mobility needs but also to demonstrate export potential, reflecting the growing maturity of indigenous rail technology.
In terms of performance, Vande Bharat 4.0 aims to establish new benchmarks, with future plans linked to dedicated high-speed corridors capable of supporting speeds of up to 350 kmph & Kavach 5.0. Vande Bharat 4.0 is expected within 18 months from late 2025, reinforcing continued efforts towards future-ready, highperformance passenger rail systems. According to Railway officials, 164 Vande Bharat trains operational till December 2025, nationwide, enhancing connectivity across major corridors.
Vande Bharat Sleeper will be launched in 17th January 2026, expanding services to long-distance overnight travel and Vision includes the goal of scaling the fleet to 800 by 2030 and 4,500 by 2047. Vande Bharat Express: Modernising Inter-City Rail Mobility in India.
