Railway Board greenlights weekly train linking Janakpur Dham and Ayodhya

The Railway Board gave its nod to a new weekly train that will connect Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, according to a report by Udaipur Kiran. The decision marks a formal step toward regular cross‑border rail connectivity between the two sacred cities.

The service is expected to cater primarily to pilgrims, as both Janakpur and Ayodhya are major religious destinations for Hindus. By providing a direct rail link, authorities aim to simplify travel for devotees and boost tourism in the region.

Implementation will require coordination between Indian Railways and Nepal’s railway authorities, as well as the necessary customs and immigration clearances. Once operational, the train will run once a week, with schedules to be finalized after the requisite approvals are secured.

Officials anticipate that the new link will also foster cultural exchange and generate economic benefits for communities along the route, aligning with broader efforts to strengthen South Asian transport corridors.