In a significant development for passengers planning a visit to Vaishno Devi, Indian Railways has announced the operation of a special train catering to devotees traveling to the revered shrine.
The railway authorities have introduced this special train service, which offers various complimentary facilities including food and accommodation, without any additional charges.
As part of their ongoing efforts to facilitate religious pilgrimages, Railways, in collaboration with IRCTC,
has introduced this exclusive service, allowing passengers to conveniently visit both Vaishno Devi and Haridwar.
IRCTC, the catering and tourism arm of Indian Railways, made the announcement through a tweet,
encouraging individuals interested in visiting the Vaishno Devi temple to take advantage of this special train service.
The Bharat Gaurav Special Train offers a hassle-free journey for pilgrims, providing them with an opportunity to embark on a comprehensive tour encompassing Vaishno Devi and Haridwar.
To access more information about this special train service, interested individuals can visit the official link provided by IRCTC: http://tinyurl.com/EZBG06.
Duration of the Journey: 7 Days
According to railway officials, the duration of this special train journey will be 7 nights and 8 days.
The package is available for travel between June 25, 2023, and July 2, 2023.
The train will commence its journey from Kolkata, proceeding towards Vaishno Devi, and then return to Kolkata via Haridwar.
Pricing Details:
The package offers different pricing options based on the class of travel.
Passengers booking the economy class will be charged Rs 13,680 per person.
For standard class, the fare is Rs 21,890 per person, while the comfort class fare is set at Rs 23,990 per person.
Facilities Based on Class:
Passengers traveling in the economy class will have the option to travel in sleeper coaches and stay in non-AC rooms.
Multi-sharing facilities will also be available for these passengers.
On the other hand, those traveling in the standard and comfort class will travel in Third AC coaches.
This special train service by Indian Railways aims to enhance the pilgrimage experience for devotees visiting Vaishno Devi and Haridwar, providing them with a seamless and convenient journey.
