First Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train from Telugu States Starts from Secunderabad

First Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train from Telugu States Starts from Secunderabad

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Category : State Published on: March 21 2023

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  • The first Bharat Gaurav tourist train originating from two Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh commenced its journey from Secunderabad railway station.
  • A festive atmosphere prevailed at the station with the passengers being accorded a traditional welcome and Kuchipudi dancers evoking the cultural heritage of the two Telugu states. 
  • Called “Punya Kshetra Yatra: Puri – Kasi – Ayodhya”, the train is being operated by Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC).
  • The tour involves visiting historical places in Puri, Konark, Gaya, Varanasi, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj over a period of 8 nights and 9 days.
  • The Ministry of Railways has introduced ‘Bharat Gaurav Trains’ to showcase India’s rich cultural heritage by connecting important historical, cultural and religious places of the country through Rail. 
  • Till date, 26 trips of Bharat Gaurav Trains have been operated covering around 22 states and four Union Territories.
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