Water Leakage from Ceiling of Delhi-Bound Vande Bharat Express Sparks Outrage; Railways Responds
Passengers aboard the Delhi-bound Vande Bharat Express were left shocked and frustrated when water started leaking from the train’s roof, soaking seats and personal belongings. A viral video capturing the incident has sparked widespread criticism over the train’s maintenance standards, despite its premium fare.
Passenger Shares Harrowing Experience
A disgruntled passenger took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a video of the leak, highlighting the poor condition of the train. The post read:
“AC not working and water leakage in #VandeBharat train. Extremely uncomfortable journey despite the premium fare. Multiple complaints lodged, but no action taken. Kindly look into it. PNR: 2137164305 @RailMinIndia @IRCTCOFFICIAL1 @AshwiniVaishnaw @RailwaySeva.”
Posted on June 23, the video quickly amassed over 5,000 views, with many users expressing anger over the lack of maintenance and demanding accountability.
Railways’ Response to the Incident
As the video gained traction, Indian Railways responded via its official handle, Railway Seva, acknowledging the issue. According to their statement, the leak occurred due to blocked AC drain holes, causing water to accumulate and spill into the passenger area during braking.
The official post read:
“A case of water leakage was reported from the return air duct in coach C-7 (seat no. 76) on Train No. 22415 (Varanasi–New Delhi Vande Bharat Express). Root Cause: Condensate water accumulated under the cooling coil of the RMPU due to drain holes of drip tray blocked by Mix media/ Return air filter. The water, during braking, entered the return air duct, causing water to drip into the passenger area.”
— Darshil Mishra (@MishraDarshil) June 23, 2025
A case of water leakage was reported from the return air duct in coach C-7 (seat no. 76) on Train No. 22415 (Varanasi–New Delhi Vande Bharat Express).
— RailwaySeva (@RailwaySeva) June 24, 2025
Root Cause:
Condensate water accumulated under the cooling coil of the RMPU due to drain holes of drip tray blocked by Mix media/…
Public Backlash and Demand for Refund
The incident has raised serious concerns about the upkeep of Vande Bharat trains, which are marketed as a luxury service. Many passengers criticized the lack of prompt action despite complaints. The affected traveler also demanded a full refund, citing irresponsible behavior by the staff during the journey.
Conclusion
While Indian Railways has addressed the issue, the incident highlights the need for better maintenance protocols to ensure passenger comfort and safety. As one of India’s premier train services, the Vande Bharat Express must uphold higher standards to maintain passenger trust.
