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Railways to run 'Aastha Specials' from 66 sites

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 16 January 2024
The Indian Railways has announced that it will be operating special trains called "Aastha Specials" from 66 locations across the country to facilitate the travel of pilgrims to Ayodhya after the inauguration of the Ram Temple. These special trains will begin operation on January 22, coinciding with the consecration ceremony. According to sources, a total of 66 trains, each consisting of 22 coaches, will be deployed from various parts of the country. Additional trains may be added based on the demand. The circular issued by the railways states that tickets for these trains will be booked for round trips.
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