The Indian Railways is set to introduce a Vande Bharat Sleeper train connecting Mumbai in Maharashtra to Bengaluru in Karnataka by the end of 2026. Approved by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, this service aims to enhance overnight travel between the two major economic hubs, reducing the journey time from the current 20-22 hours to approximately 16-18 hours. The train, developed by Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) with technology from the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, will feature modern amenities such as ergonomic berths, sensor-based lighting, and improved soundproofing. It will operate without a Reservation Against Cancellation (RAC) system to prevent overcrowding. The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will provide hot meals onboard, addressing previous complaints about food quality on similar services. The tentative route includes stops in Pune, Solapur, Wadi, and Kalburgi before reaching Bengaluru. This new service follows the successful launch of India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah–Kamakhya route in January 2023.