Indian Railways launch new Bharat Gaurav Train packages

Indian Railways Catering amp Tourism Corporation IRCTC has launched two new Bharat Gaurav train packages aimed at offering affordable and immersive religious and cultural tourism experiences across India an official statement said on WednesdayThe packages are part of the Ministry of Railwaysrsquo Bharat Gaurav Policy designed to promote affordable and experiential travel for all segments of the population from budget to premiumGuru Kirpa Yatra and Baba Saheb Ambedkar YatraThe two newly introduced Bharat Gaurav trains are the Guru Kirpa Yatra and the Baba Saheb Ambedkar Yatra both of which offer an allinclusive hasslefree travel experience including food accommodation travel insurance and tour escorts the statement saidIt said that these trains will cater to the growing demand for organized religious and cultural tours providing a unique opportunity for devotees and tourists to explore Indiarsquos rich spiritual heritageGaurav Jha Group General Manager ndash West Zone shared details and said ldquoThe Bharat Gaurav trains are a significant step toward making travel accessible and enriching for people across the country These tours are not just about sightseeing they are an opportunity for spiritual rejuvenation and cultural exploration at an affordable priceGuru Kirpa Yatra A Sacred Pilgrimage Across Five TakhtsThe Guru Kirpa Yatra is a 9night 10day tour starting from Mumbai on November 30 2024 This tour will take pilgrims to five of the most revered Takhts seats of authority in Sikhism offering a unique opportunity to visit Sri Akal Takht Sahib Amritsar Takht Sri Damdama Sahib Bhatinda Takht Sri Anandpur Sahib Takht Sri Hazur Sahib Nanded and Takht Sri Patna Sahib Patna The tour is priced starting at just Rs 19650 for the Sleeper class Rs 1965 per day Rs 28505 for the 3AC Comfort class Rs 285050 per day and Rs 38770 for the 2AC Comfort class Rs 3877 per dayThe tour is designed to be affordable and accessible for a wide range of devotees ensuring that the sacred pilgrimage to these five iconic sites is within reach for the massesBaba Saheb Ambedkar Yatra Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr BR AmbedkarThe Baba Saheb Ambedkar Yatra will be another transformative journey taking passengers through important places associated with the life of Dr BR Ambedkar the architect of the Indian Constitution as well as Buddhist heritage sites This 8night 9day tour package offers followers of Dr Ambedkar an opportunity to visit key locations such as Nagpur Deekshabhoomi and more priced starting at Rs 17425 for the Sleeper class Rs 1936 per day Rs 25185 for the 3AC Comfort class Rs 2798 per day and Rs 34185 for the 2AC Comfort class Rs 3798 per dayJha highlighted that the honors the legacy of Dr Ambedkar and also offers an opportunity to explore the Buddhist circuit making it a unique offering for both religious and historical enthusiastsKey Features of Bharat Gaurav TrainsThe Bharat Gaurav trains are designed with the comfort and convenience of passengers in mind The trains feature a variety of amenities including one 2AC three 3AC seven sleeper coaches two power cars and one ultramodern pantry car with flameless cooking technology The trains also have a centralized CCTV system and a public announcement system to ensure smooth management and monitoring during the journey Additionally firefighting equipment is deployed on board and the crew is welltrained in its useThe packages are allinclusive covering onboard meals unlimited drinking water housekeeping for hygiene and sanitation security and tour escorts for each coach to guide passengers throughout the journey Passengers also enjoy travel insurance accommodation road transportation and washandchange facilities as part of the package