In a welcome move for travellers, the Railway Board has approved the operation of a special train connecting Bengaluru to Rishikesh — a first in terms of direct rail connectivity between Karnataka and Uttarakhand. The South Western Railway (SWR) announced that the special service aims to meet increased passenger demand during summer.
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First-Ever Direct Train From Bengaluru To Rishikesh Starts June 19
Indian Railways has introduced the first-ever direct train from Bengaluru to Rishikesh, set to begin operations on June 19 to aid pilgrims and summer tourists
OT Staff
13 June 2025
Direct train from Bengaluru to Rishikesh/Representational
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Direct train from Bengaluru to Rishikesh/Representational
Photo: tawatchai07/FreePik
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