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The Indian Railways Corporation announced the launch of a themed tourist route train named “Bharat Gaurav” to show the world the rich cultural heritage and history of India. 190 such trains have been approved and are leased and operated by private companies and tourism agencies and national entities such as the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw (Ashwini Vaishnaw) said on Tuesday that the ministry has identified 3,033 passenger cars for the Bharat Gaurav train.

“We have allocated trains to’Bharat Gaurav’ and have identified 3,033 coach cars. We will start accepting applications today. We have received very good responses. Stakeholders will modify and operate the trains, and the railway will help maintain , Parking and other facilities,” Vaishnaw said.

Each pair of Bharat Gaurav trains will be equipped with 14 to 16 coaches, including two guard cars. The minister also stated that states such as Orissa, Rajasthan, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu have shown interest in operating these trains.

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Vaishnaw described it as the third sector of the services provided by the national transportation company after the freight and passenger sectors. Private companies operating the Bharat Gaurav trains will be able to freely determine fares and amenities. He added that these will not be regular trains that run on schedule. “As of now, ICF coaches have been designated for the Bharat Gaurav program. But in the future, even Vande Bharat, Vista Dome and LHB coaches can be included as needed,” PTI quoted him as saying.

He said that from individuals to society, trusts, consortia, travel agencies and even state governments, anyone can apply to ride these trains and run them on special tourist routes according to the theme.

IRCTC is already operating the Ramayana train line and is planning to start the gurdwara train line connecting the famous gurdwara across the country. These trains will be called Gurukripa. The agency quoted officials as saying that more trains of this type are expected to be on track soon.

News Source : Hindustan Times

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The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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