Ravneet Bittu flags off train connecting Nanded with 5 Sikh shrines

Ludhiana, August 25

Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu on Sunday flagged off first-of-its-kind ‘5 Takht’ special pilgrim train from Sri Hazur Sahib, Nanded, to five holy shrines of Sikhism.

The special train commenced its journey on Sunday and will complete the trip on September 6 to reach Sri Hazur Sahib in Nanded.

The train is dedicated to Guru Granth Sahib Maharaj Parkash Parv. It will start from Sri Hazur Sahib railway station and cover the five holy shrines — Patna Sahib, Anandpur Sahib, Fatehgarh Sahib, Damdama Sahib and Amritsar Sahib.

It is a 12-day pilgrim yatra accommodating 1,300 devotees, totally free of cost and every stoppage more than 20,000 devotees would pay their respect. Also, langar facility will be available for the devotees for complete journey.

Speaking on the occasion, Bittu said the first special train covering five holy shrines of Sikhism was a tribute by Indian Railways to connect the people and enhance the spirituality culture and nationalism.

“Efforts are being made to provide special focus on developments of various railway stations in Marathwada region under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme,” said Bittu.