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New Train Service Links Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya, India
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 07:17 PM
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A new cross‑border train link has been inaugurated, connecting the pilgrimage hub of Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya in India, easing travel for devotees.
A new train link has been inaugurated, creating a direct rail corridor between Janakpur Dham in Nepal and Ayodhya in India. The service offers a convenient alternative to road travel for pilgrims and tourists.
The launch is expected to boost pilgrimage traffic and strengthen cultural ties between the two nations. It is the result of a joint agreement between the rail authorities of Nepal and India, ensuring seamless cross‑border operations.
Officials from both countries welcomed the opening, emphasizing the importance of improved connectivity for devotees and the potential boost to regional tourism. The train is set to run regularly, providing a reliable link between the two holy cities.
The launch is expected to boost pilgrimage traffic and strengthen cultural ties between the two nations. It is the result of a joint agreement between the rail authorities of Nepal and India, ensuring seamless cross‑border operations.
Officials from both countries welcomed the opening, emphasizing the importance of improved connectivity for devotees and the potential boost to regional tourism. The train is set to run regularly, providing a reliable link between the two holy cities.