Great meeting of South and North India: Take a divine journey from Kashi to Rameshwaram by IRCTC’s Bharat Gaurav train:

News India Live, Digital Desk: IRCTC, the tourism arm of Indian Railways, has taken a very special initiative to connect the cultural and religious heritage of the country. Realizing the vision of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’, ‘Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train’ tourist train is now going to connect Shivdham Varanasi of North India with Rameshwaram and other major pilgrimage sites of South India. This journey is not only a center of religious faith, but is also proving to be a strong link between North and South India in terms of tourism.

Great features and affordable packages

This special train of IRCTC has been equipped with modern facilities so that passengers do not face any problem in long distance travel.

All-Inclusive Service: This train package includes not only the train ticket, but also vegetarian food, hotel accommodation, and bus facilities to reach the sightseeing places.

Security and Entertainment: CCTV cameras and guards have been deployed for security in the train. Besides, there is also a provision for infotainment system for the entertainment of passengers.

These major pilgrimage sites will be visited

This special route of Bharat Gaurav Train covers many historical and spiritual sites from North to South:

Kashi (Varanasi): The beginning or main stop of the journey from the city of Baba Vishwanath.

Rameshwaram: The famous Dham of the South where Lord Ram established Shivalinga.

Madurai: Visit the world famous Meenakshi Temple.

Kanyakumari: The last end of India and the confluence of the sea.

Tirupati Balaji: A chance to seek blessings of Lord Venkateswara.

Promotion of tourism and culture

The main objective of this train is to make the people of the country aware of their heritage. Often people of South India want to see the Ganga Aarti of North India and the streets of Kashi, while North Indians want to see the grand Dravidian architectural temples of the South. Bharat Gaurav Train has not only reduced this distance but has also made it extremely accessible and safe. IRCTC officials say that as soon as the booking of this train starts, huge enthusiasm is being seen among the devotees.