Titagarh
Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), in collaboration with
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), today inaugurated the dedicated
production line for the Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains at TRSL's state-of-the-art
manufacturing facility in Uttarpara, Kolkata, West Bengal. The production line
was inaugurated by senior leaders from TRSL and BHEL, including Mr. Umesh Chowdhary, Vice Chairman &
Managing Director, TRSL, and Ms. Bani Varma, Director, BHEL.
The production line has
been set up by TRSL, following the award of a contract by Indian Railways to
design and manufacture 80 Vande Bharat Sleeper train sets under a consortium
between TRSL & BHEL. With a total value of around INR 24000 crore including
long-term maintenance of 35 years, the project is among the significant
initiatives being undertaken under our Hon'ble Prime Ministers Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat
initiatives.
The sleeper variant of
Vande Bharat will be India's first long-distance, semi high-speed train
offering fully indigenous design, superior passenger comfort, and cutting-edge
safety features. With a modern coach layout, smart onboard systems, and
energy-efficient operations, the train is designed to deliver a transformative experience
for intercity travel across India.
Speaking about the
inauguration of the production line, Mr.
Umesh Chowdhary, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of Titagarh Rail
Systems, said, “This is a proud moment for the Titagarh Rail Systems- BHEL
teams. The Vande Bharat Sleeper project is a shining example of what can be
achieved when the public and private sectors come together with a shared
vision, and strive towards a truly Aatmanirbhar Bharat. This production line
reflects our commitment to building future-ready mobility solutions and
contributing meaningfully to the vision of a more connected and self-reliant
India.”
With production now underway at the Uttarpara plant, the prototype of Vande Bharat Sleeper trains are expected to roll out in the next calendar year—ushering in a new era of faster, smarter, and proudly Made-in-India rail travel. The Uttarpara facility itself is a cornerstone of this vision. With Industry 4.0 technologies and robotic production lines, it represents a significant step forward in India's rail manufacturing capabilities. As the only site in the country equipped to produce both stainless steel and aluminium coaches under one roof, it currently has an annual capacity of 300 coaches, which is being scaled up to 850 to meet increasing demand.
Titagarh Rail Systems Limited is a leading comprehensive mobility solutions provider. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of world-class rolling stock—including semi high-speed trains, urban metros, passenger coaches, and specialized freight wagons.
