Chittor: SRMPR Rail, a rail service under the Bharat Gaurav Train by the Indian
Railways, has begun operating trains to the Shiridi. The train, originating from Chennai. The
ticket booking has begun for this Shiridi Shub Yathra special train.
The Chennai-based SRMPR, is registered under SRMPR Global Railways having its maiden
run under the Bharat Gaurav Scheme on 27th of April 2023, from Chennai to Shirdi. Under the
Bharat Gaurav Trains Policy, the railways allow private operators or service providers to lease
trains from the Indian Railways to conduct theme-based circuit to promote tourism packages.
The lessee can operate trains on any circuit of their choice. The Ministry of Railways says the
service is meant to promote the country’s rich cultural heritage.
The tour is managed by Travel Times India Pvt Ltd. The tour operators recognized by the
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, have operated nearly 600 + tourist trains.
The SRMPR Shiridi Shub Yathra package will commence on April 27, 2023. The train originates
from Chennai. Before reaching the final destination, passengers can board in any of these
railway stations: Chennai Egmore, Renigunta and Cuddapah. The total duration of the tour
package is 06 days.
There are many attractions for tourists on this train service, including offering special
facilities to senior citizens, an LTC facility for government employees and all categories of AC
and non-AC coaches, Unlimited South Indian meals is provided onboard and off board, it also
provides sightseeing and transfers tour managers. CCTV cameras have been installed for
security purposes. PA systems are installed for updating tourists on the arriving designations
and other entertainment purposes. Travelers may leave their luggage in lockers in the coaches
themselves while going for sightseeing or a night stay. Dedicated Train coordinators and
managers are available in every coach to help tourists throughout the tour as told by the
product director of Travel Times.
The ticket price covers the cost of the train fare, insurance, bed kit, rooms, all meals and
beverages, sightseeing, transfers and tour managers who would accompany tourists
throughout the tour.
