Vande Bharat trains to get a makeover? Here's what we know

Indian Railways may soon change the colour combination of the semi-high-speed train Vande Bharat Express. At present the colour scheme of Vande Bharat consists of white colour with blue strips but it may change soon according to some reports.Railway Minister Ashwani Vaishnaw will visit the Integral Coach Factory(ICF) in Chennai where the manufacturing of the Vande Bharat trains are being done and is likely to approve the new colour scheme according to a railway official. Some photos of Vande Bharat Express trains with the new colour scheme are doing rounds, however, Mint could not independently verify those photos.

Vande Bharat Express trains offer a myriad of superior amenities which will provide passengers with world class comfortable travelling experience & advanced state-of-the-art safety features including KAVACH technology. Each train has been provided with bogies having fully suspended traction motors for 160 kmph operational speed. The advanced state-of-the-art suspension system ensures smooth and safe journey & enhanced riding comfort for passengers

Furthermore, the design of these trains contributes to Indian Railways' commitment to environmental sustainability. By eliminating power cars and incorporating an advanced regenerative braking system, the Vande Bharat Express helps save approximately 30 per cent on electricity, making a positive impact on the railways' green footprint.With the introduction of the Gorakhpur-Lucknow and Jodhpur-Sabarmati routes, the number of operational Vande Bharat routes in the country has now reached 50, providing a significant boost to connectivity and passenger experience across India.

The train has been designed to increase Indian Railways' Green footprint by dispensing with the power cars and saving about 30% electricity with advanced regenerative braking system.trains which offer a plethora of superior amenities that will provide passengers with a world-class and comfortable travel experience. They also boast advanced state-of-the-art safety features, including KAVACH technology. Each train is equipped with bogies that have fully suspended traction motors, enabling an operational speed of 160 kmph. The advanced suspension system ensures a smooth and safe journey, enhancing the overall comfort of passengers.