Key Takeaways

• However, Indian tourists were quick to prove a lack of civic sense, as a video showing litter on the newly inaugurated train emerged.
• The real national security threat isn’t always at the border.
• It’s our collective indifference to the country we live in.” Some users were more casual, with one writing, “Expected !!

Key Development 1

NewsIndia NewsWatch: Vande Bharat Sleeper littered hours after inaugural run; video goes viralTrendingNitin NabinWPL 2026RRB Group d recruitmentWPL Schedule 2026IBPS Clerk Prelims resultICC Mens T20 WC 2026 ScheduleGovernor R N RaviBengaluru WeatherNitin NabinWPL 2026RRB Group d recruitmentWPL Schedule 2026IBPS Clerk Prelims resultICC Mens T20 WC 2026 ScheduleGovernor R N RaviBengaluru WeatherNitin NabinWPL 2026RRB Group d recruitmentWPL Schedule 2026IBPS Clerk Prelims resultICC Mens T20 WC 2026 ScheduleGovernor R N RaviBengaluru WeatherWatch: Vande Bharat Sleeper littered hours after inaugural run; video goes viralTOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Jan 21, 2026, 09:28 ISTCommentsShareAA+Text SizeSmallMediumLarge Screen grab NEW DELHI: Indian Railways’ first Vande Bharat sleeper train attracted widespread attention for its modern features and promise of faster overnight travel.

However, Indian tourists were quick to prove a lack of civic sense, as a video showing litter on the newly inaugurated train emerged.

The real national security threat isn’t always at the border.

We sabotage ourselves just fine.

Key Development 2

The service aims to make long-distance overnight travel faster and more comfortable while improving connectivity between eastern India and the Northeast.The semi-high-speed, fully air-conditioned train is expected to operate six days a week, except Wednesdays from Kamakhya and Thursdays from Howrah.

It’s our collective indifference to the country we live in.” Some users were more casual, with one writing, “Expected !!

The high-tech Vande Bharat Sleeper, connecting Howrah and Guwahati, was flagged off on Saturday.

Key stops include Malda Town, New Jalpaiguri, New Cooch Behar, and New Alipurduar.The service is expected to significantly benefit passengers travelling between West Bengal and Assam, particularly those undertaking overnight journeys.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide.

Key Development 3

What’s new here…Wait for orange gutka stamps.”as per the Ministry of Railways, the first commercial run of the Vande Bharat Sleeper between Kamakhya and Howrah saw all tickets sell out within hours of bookings opening.The train’s launch followed the flagging off of India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Malda town in West Bengal on January 17.

A passenger-recorded video from Malda shows plastic packets and spoons scattered across one of the coaches.Sharing the video, X handle @Indianinfoguide wrote, “People litter on vande bharat Sleeper train within hours of its inaugural run.

From breaking rules to trashing infrastructure, from apathy to entitlement, we do more damage internally than any external force could.

It is expected to complete the Howrah–Kamakhya journey in about 14 hours, making it the fastest train on the route.

Key Development 4

Just see the civic sense.”Several social media users criticised the commuters for their behaviour.

One commented, “honestly, this was an expected behaviour from the citizens of India.” PM Modi Flags Off India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Between Howrah-Guwahati In Bengal Another added, “India doesn’t need enemies.

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