Bangaloreans, who have always wanted to go on a pilgrimage to the holy city of Varanasi, now have their wishes come true. Karnataka Minister Shashikala Jolle announced on July 11 that Bharat Gaurav pilgrim trains will ferry pilgrims from Bangalore to Varanasi in the last week of August. The special pilgrimage package will be launched at a reasonable cost. Read on to know more.
Pilgrims Can Travel To Varanasi, Prayagraj & Ayodhya
Karnataka Minister Shashikala Jolle revealed to Times Now that the Karnataka government will offer a subsidy of ₹5000 on the 7-day trip. The Bharat Gaurav pilgrim train will ferry pilgrims from Bangalore to holy sites like Varanasi, Prayagraj and Ayodhya at a reasonable cost. Apparently, Karanataka is the first state in India to offer Bharat Gaurav train service at budget-friendly prices. The food, water, accommodation and local transportation to pilgrim centres will all be taken care of by IRCTC.
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Fulfilling Wishes Of Devotees To Go On Kashi Yatra
Shashikala Jolle further added that it was her idea to launch this programme as most pilgrims have a desire to go on Kashi Yatra at least once in their lifetime. Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai also played an integral role in conceptualizing this idea. Pilgrims will embark on a 7-day tour from Bangalore to Varanasi travelling 4,161 km. The train features 14 coaches, where one entire bogie has been transformed into a temple, so devotees can pay their respects to the divine.