Updated Mar 10, 2021 | 19:34 IST
Indian Railways said 15 pairs of trains already running on the Haridwar route have been augmented to accommodate more passengers Kumbh Mela special trains: Indian Railways adds 12 more pairs on Haridwar route | Photo Credit: ANI
Gearing up for Kumbh Mela 2021, the Indian Railways on Wednesday announced 12 more pair of special trains in addition to those already being operated on the Haridwar route.
The Railways hopes to ease the pressure on the network in view of the heavy rush expected for the mega festival.
Also, the 15 pairs of trains already running on the Haridwar route have been augmented to accommodate more passengers, the railways added.
Fairs and Festivals: A thread that connects diverse India
By Reya Mehrotra
Pushkar Mela Also called the Pushkar Camel Fair or Kartik Mela, the annual cultural and livestock fair is held in Pushkar, Rajasthan, and attracts lakhs of visitors. The town of Pushkar also houses the only Brahma temple in the world. It is believed that Pushkar lake was formed when the Lord dropped a lotus on the earth. Apart from being a pilgrimage to Pushkar lake, the festival is a trade affair for livestock. Camel, cattle and horse are traded in the fair.
Puri Rath Yatra The Chariot festival of Puri, Odisha, is dedicated to Lord Jagannath and is the oldest rath yatra in the world which finds mentions even in Padma Purana, Skanda Purana, Kapila Samhita and Brahma Purana. The festival marks the annual visit of Lord Jagannath, Devi Subhardra and Lord Balabhadra to Gundicha temple. The three deities statues are removed from the main temple of Puri, Jagannath Temple, and carried on chariots by devotees.
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PML SD Business School, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park in pact
PML SD Business School, Chandigarh, has signed an MoU with IIM Calcutta Innovation Park to support, mentor and assist B-School in setting up an incubator at its premises in order to foster entrepreneurship in the region. The MoU was signed by Dr KL Dhingra, director, PML SD Business School, and Dr Subhrangshu Sanyal, CEO, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park.
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Bigg Boss 14: January 16 Written Update: Housemates face sharp questions from the audience
The Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 14 will witness some high voltage drama as housemates will be answering some burning questions from the audience while Salman Khan will be seen schooling some of the contestants. Read on to know what all happened on Bigg Boss 14 on January 16, 2021. Written By Bigg Boss 14: January 16 Written Update: Housemates face sharp questions from the audience
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Bigg Boss 14, which has witnessed some interesting drama during the week, is coming up with an even more intriguing Weekend Ka Vaar episode with host Salman Khan. While the superstar will be seen reviewing the contestants’ game through the week, he will also be seen schooling Sonali Phogat for her abusive language towards Rubina Dilaik. This isn’t all. In today’s episodes, the contestants will also be seen answering some sharp questions from the audience as they will be ques