IRCTC to conduct Char Dham Yatra in new normal
07 Jul 2021, 09:18 GMT+10
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): In view of declining cases of coronavirus across the country, the Indian Railways has decided to operate a special train in September covering several top tourist destinations, including Char Dham Badrinath, Jagannath Puri, Rameshwaram, and Dwarkadhish.
After the great popularity and success of the Shri Ramayana Yatra train operated on the Ramayana circuit, IRCTC has now launched another very popular pilgrimage circuit Chardham Yatra by Dekho Apna Desh Deluxe AC Tourist Train.
According to a press release, this 16 days tour will start from Delhi Safdarjung Railway Station on September 18, 2021, and cover the visit of Badrinath including Mana Village (near China border), Narsingha Temple (Joshimath), Rishikesh, Jagannath Puri including Golden beach of Puri, Konark Sun Temple, Chandrabhaga beach, Rameshwaram including Dhanushkodi, Dwarkadhish including Nageshwar Jyotirl
The train has enhanced security features of CCTV cameras and Security Guards for each coach.
IRCTC will also provide a safety kit to all tourists having face masks, hand gloves, and sanitiser.
New Delhi: In view of declining cases of coronavirus across the country, the Indian Railways has decided to operate a special train in September covering several top tourist destinations, including Char Dham Badrinath, Jagannath Puri, Rameshwaram, and Dwarkadhish.
After the great popularity and success of the Shri Ramayana Yatra train operated on the Ramayana circuit, IRCTC has now launched another very popular pilgrimage circuit Chardham Yatra by Dekho Apna Desh Deluxe AC Tourist Train.
IRCTC to run Special Deluxe AC train for Char Dham Yatra - salient features here
A total distance of roughly 8500 kilometers will be covered on train by tourists in this entire journey via Chardham Yatra special train. (Image Source: File Photo)
Updated: Jul 7, 2021, 10:19 AM IST
Amid confusions as to whether the Char Dham Yatra this year will be organised or not due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the fear of a third wave, the Indian Railways has decided to operate a special train in September covering several top tourist destinations, including Char Dham - Badrinath, Jagannath Puri, Rameshwaram, and Dwarkadhish.