Special Train Service Announced for Somvati Amavasya Pilgrimage
Somvati Amavasya: Special Train to Run Between Jammu and Haridwar
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The Indian government will operate a special train between Jammu and Haridwar on June 14 and 15 for Somvati Amavasya, following a request from local leaders to facilitate pilgrim travel. This initiative reflects ongoing support for regional demands.
- 01The special train will operate on June 14 and 15, 2026, for Somvati Amavasya.
- 02The initiative was prompted by a request from Prem Nath Dogra, a local leader in Jammu and Kashmir.
- 03Union Minister Jitendra Singh expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for their support.
- 04Indian Railways frequently runs special trains for festivals and pilgrimages, promoting social harmony and cultural traditions.
- 05The train service aims to accommodate local pilgrims traveling to Haridwar for the religious observance.
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The Indian government has announced a special train service between Jammu and Haridwar to facilitate pilgrim travel for Somvati Amavasya, scheduled for June 14 and 15, 2026. This decision follows a formal request from Prem Nath Dogra, a member of the Jammu and Kashmir State Executive, highlighting the need for such services to support local devotees. Union Minister Jitendra Singh expressed his appreciation for the prompt action taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, noting that no demand from the region has been ignored in the past 12 years under Modi's leadership. Indian Railways has a history of operating special trains during festivals and for pilgrims, which not only eases travel but also fosters social cohesion and preserves cultural heritage. The train will enable many local pilgrims to participate in the religious observance at Haridwar, a significant pilgrimage site in Uttarakhand.
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The special train service will enhance accessibility for local pilgrims traveling to Haridwar, fostering religious observance and community participation.
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