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Uttarakhand CM Launches Special Train to Veraval for Somnath Swabhiman Parv
✍️ DD India
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 02:04 PM
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The Uttarakhand Chief Minister flagged off a special train bound for Veraval as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, aiming to facilitate pilgrim travel.
The Uttarakhand Chief Minister today flagged off a special train headed for Veraval, a key pilgrimage town on the coast of Gujarat. The launch took place as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a celebration that honours the historic Somnath temple and encourages devotees to visit the site.
The train, which will run from Uttarakhand to Veraval, is expected to carry thousands of pilgrims and provide a convenient mode of transport for those travelling to the temple. The CM highlighted the importance of connecting Uttarakhand’s residents with the spiritual destination and praised the cooperation of railway authorities.
While the exact schedule of the train’s journey has not been disclosed, officials confirmed that it will operate on a regular basis during the period of the Swabhiman Parv. The initiative is part of a broader effort to promote religious tourism and strengthen ties between Uttarakhand and Gujarat.
The launch ceremony was attended by local dignitaries and members of the public, who gathered to witness the flag‑off. The CM expressed hope that the special train would make the pilgrimage experience smoother and more accessible for devotees across the country.
The train, which will run from Uttarakhand to Veraval, is expected to carry thousands of pilgrims and provide a convenient mode of transport for those travelling to the temple. The CM highlighted the importance of connecting Uttarakhand’s residents with the spiritual destination and praised the cooperation of railway authorities.
While the exact schedule of the train’s journey has not been disclosed, officials confirmed that it will operate on a regular basis during the period of the Swabhiman Parv. The initiative is part of a broader effort to promote religious tourism and strengthen ties between Uttarakhand and Gujarat.
The launch ceremony was attended by local dignitaries and members of the public, who gathered to witness the flag‑off. The CM expressed hope that the special train would make the pilgrimage experience smoother and more accessible for devotees across the country.