There’s good news for the people of Punjab. Union Minister Som Parkash has revealed that four special trains are scheduled to operate from Punjab in February, providing convenient transportation for people intending to visit Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh. The highly anticipated consecration ceremony for the idol of Ram Lalla at the Ram temple in Ayodhya is set to take place on January 22, attracting pilgrims and devotees from various regions.
Pathankot to Ayodhya: Inaugural Journey on February 9
Two special trains will depart from Pathankot, and one each from Chandigarh and Nangal Dam. The inaugural journey from Pathankot is scheduled for February 9 at 7:05 am, with the train reaching Ayodhya Cantt on February 10 at 02:55 am. The return journey from Ayodhya is planned for February 11 at 12:40 am, reaching Pathankot at 7 pm.
Nangal Dam Departure: Pilgrimage to Ayodhya on February 12
The second special train will commence its journey from Nangal Dam on February 12 at 7 am, reaching Ayodhya Cantt on February 13 at 2:55 am. The return journey is set to begin on February 14 at 12:40 am, arriving at Nangal Dam at 4:45 pm.
Chandigarh to Ayodhya: Pilgrimage Journey on February 19
The third special train will initiate its journey from Chandigarh on February 19 at 10:20 am, reaching Ayodhya Cantt on February 20 at 2:55 am. The return journey is planned for February 21 at 12:40 am, arriving at Chandigarh at 4:05 pm.
Fourth Train from Pathankot: Departure on February 23
The fourth and final special train will embark on its journey from Pathankot on February 23 at 7:05 am, arriving at Ayodhya Cantt on February 24 at 2:55 am. The return journey is scheduled for February 25 at 12:40 am, reaching Pathankot at 7 pm.
Railway Schedule Details Soon: Convenient Boarding from Nearest Stations
Hoshiarpur MP Parkash assured that the railways will promptly release the schedule of stoppages for these special trains, facilitating people to board them conveniently from their nearest railway stations.
(With PTI Inputs)