Eastern Railway introduces Vistadome coach in UP Howrah-Radhikapur Kulik Express

The introduction of the Vistadome coach in the 13053 UP Howrah – Radhikapur Kulik Express by Eastern Railway reaffirms their commitment to providing passengers with an unforgettable travel experience. Passengers can now indulge in the beauty of their surroundings while enjoying the utmost comfort and luxury aboard this unique coach.

More Details:

  • For better journey experience of the passengers, Eastern Railway has arranged for attachment of a Vistadome coach in the 13053 UP Howrah – Radhikapur Kulik Express.
  • This initiative aims to provide passengers with an exceptional travel experience, combining comfort and panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
  • The Vistadome coach, designed to enhance the scenic journey, was first introduced in India in 2017 and has since garnered immense popularity.
  • This latest addition to the Eastern Railway’s fleet of mail/express trains demonstrates their commitment to delivering unparalleled travel comfort and luxury to passengers.

Key features of the Vistadome coach in the 13053 UP Howrah – Radhikapur Kulik Express include:

  • Shatterproof Rooftop Glass: The coach is equipped with shatterproof glass o­n the roof, ensuring passenger safety while offering unobstructed views of the sky and surrounding scenery.
  • Shatterproof Wide Window Glass: The wide windows of the coach are fitted with shatterproof glass, providing passengers with a clear and undistorted view of the outside world.
  • Extra Large Glasses at Observation Lounge: The observation lounge of the Vistadome coach features extra-large windows, offering an immersive and panoramic experience for passengers.
  • Comfortable and Spacious Seating: With a seating capacity of 44, all seats in the coach are 180 degrees rotatable, reclining, and designed to provide maximum comfort and space to passengers.
  • GPS-based Information System: Passengers can stay informed about their journey with the GPS-based information system available in the coach, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
  • CCTV Cameras: To ensure passenger safety and security, the Vistadome coach is equipped with CCTV cameras.
  • Mobile Charging Sockets: Each passenger has access to individual mobile charging sockets, allowing them to stay connected and powered throughout their journey.
  • Electrically Operated Automatic Sliding Compartment Doors: The coach features electrically operated automatic sliding doors for convenient entry and exit, ensuring a hassle-free travel experience.
  • LED Lights: LED lights are installed in the coach to provide ample illumination, creating a pleasant ambiance for passengers.
  • Wide Entrance and Exit Doors: The Vistadome coach is designed with wide entrance and exit doors, facilitating smooth boarding and alighting for passengers.
  • Western-style Bio-Toilets: The coach is equipped with two Western-style bio-toilets, featuring ceramic tile flooring for cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Multi-tiered Steel Luggage Shelves: Passengers can securely store their luggage in the coach’s multi-tiered steel luggage shelves.
  • Automatic Fire Detection, Alarm, and Control System: The coach is fitted with an automatic fire detection, alarm, and control system, ensuring the safety of passengers o­nboard.
  • GPS-based Public Address cum Passenger Information System (PAPIS): The Vistadome coach is equipped with a GPS-based Public Address cum Passenger Information System (PAPIS) to provide timely updates and announcements to passengers.

Source: Eastern Railway- Press Release | Image Credit (representational): PIB