Vande Bharat Sleeper Completes Successful 160 Kmph Kavach Safety Trial on Delhi-Palwal Route
A 16-coach Vande Bharat sleeper train successfully completed a high-speed trial of the indigenous Kavach automatic train protection system on the Hazrat Nizamuddin-Palwal route, reaching speeds of 160 kmph. Conducted by Northern Railway, the nearly 50-km journey took about 40-43 minutes. This marked the first time a Vande Bharat sleeper train operated at this speed on the section. The Kavach system, designed to enhance safety by automatically applying brakes if needed, functioned effectively during the test. Future expansions of the system and sleeper services on other routes are planned.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (65–74/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 8 Sept, 12:15 pm. Other outlets followed.