The trains will stop at several key stations, including Thane, Panvel, Roha, Chiplun, Ratnagiri, Kankavali, Kudal, Sawantwadi Road, Thivim and Karmali, among others, ensuring connectivity across the Konkan region

The introduction of these services is expected to significantly benefit major religious destinations such as Varanasi and Ayodhya, which attract millions of visitors each year