Pune, June 16th, 2023: Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC), a Mini Ratna PSU arm of Indian Railways, has launched the Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train as part of its ongoing efforts to promote affordable experiential tourism across India. This initiative aligns with the Bharat Gaurav Policy of the Ministry of Railways and aims to offer economical and accessible tours to various destinations.
The Fortnightly Departures from Pune will cater to religious travel, covering prominent destinations such as Vaishnodevi, Haridwar, Mathura, Jagannath Puri, GangaSagar, Gaya, Benaras, Ayodhya, Ramayan & Rampad Circuits, Jain Circuits of Shikharji-Parasnath, Palitana, Dwarka-Somnath, Ujjain Mahakal-Omkareshwar, Nathdwara, Trimbakeshwar, Bhimashankar, Grushneshwar, Shirdi, ParliVaijnath, Kolhapur Mahalaxmi, Murudeshwar, Renigunta, Madurai, Rameshwaram, Kanyakumari, Tiruchirappalli, Thiruvananthapuram, and more. Additionally, leisure, fun, and historical destinations like Kevadia, Agra, Amritsar Wagah, Dalhousie, Kullu Shimla Manali, Bengaluru, Mysuru, Ooty, Kodaikanal, Goa, Munnar-Thekkady-Alleppey-Kumarakom, and Chamba-Khajjiar will be included in the 8 to 14-day circuits.
The Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train features an LHB rake with various classes, including 2AC, 3AC, and Sleeper class, providing passengers with a well-curated and aesthetically pleasing travel experience. The train is equipped with an all-over Passenger Announcement system and ensures in-house security through trained personnel and CCTV cameras. With a total capacity of 750 passengers, the train guarantees comfort and safety throughout the journey.
IRCTC welcomes B2B opportunities in religious, educational, social, historical, and leisure travel segments for bulk, corporate, and customized travel needs. The corporation also invites business partners to become Direct Sales Agents on a commission basis.
For bookings and further information, interested individuals can contact the IRCTC Project Officer at 8287931626 or email [email protected]. Queries can also be addressed via the Helpline WhatsApp/SMS at 8287931886 or email [email protected]. Detailed package inclusions, terms, and conditions can be found on the official website www.irctctourism.com. IRCTC assures religious tourists a memorable and hassle-free experience with its trusted and experienced services.
