New Delhi, November 14 (Yes Punjab News)
Indian Railways has approved a new weekly train service connecting Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at strengthening cross-border connectivity and promoting religious tourism.
The proposed service will link two important destinations associated with the Ramayana tradition. Janakpur Dham is revered as the birthplace of Mata Sita, while Ayodhya is regarded as the birthplace of Lord Ram.
According to an announcement issued by the Press Information Bureau on Saturday, the train will cover approximately 604 km between Janakpur Dham and Ayodhya Cantt. It will pass through several towns and cities in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
The train will have commercial stoppages at Jaynagar, Madhubani, Shisho, Sitamarhi, Raxaul, Narkatiaganj, Gorakhpur, Basti, Mankapur and Ayodhya Dham, apart from its terminal stations.
The weekly service will depart from Janakpur Dham every Saturday, while the return journey from Ayodhya Cantt will begin every Monday.
The new rail link is expected to make travel easier for pilgrims and tourists visiting destinations associated with the Ramayana. It is also expected to benefit students, business travellers, families and communities along the route.
Improved connectivity could support local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, transport operators, small traders and traditional artisans. The service is also expected to strengthen economic activity and people-to-people ties in the border regions of Bihar and Nepal.
India and Nepal share longstanding cultural, historical and social ties. The new service marks another step towards strengthening bilateral cooperation and cross-border connections.
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