The first Bharat Gaurav tourist train originating from two Telugu states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, commenced its journey from Secunderabad railway station here on Saturday. Arun Kumar Jain, General Manager, South Central Railways (SCR), handed over the welcome kits to the passengers in the presence of Rajni Hasija, Chairman and Managing Director, IRCTC and other senior railway officials, a SCR release said. A festive atmosphere prevailed at the station with the passengers being accorded a traditional welcome and Kuchipudi dancers evoking cultural heritage of the two Telugu states.
Called “Punya Kshetra Yatra: Puri – Kasi – Ayodhya”, the train is being operated by Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). IRCTC provides end-to-end services for the pilgrims travelling by the train.
