IRCTC Bharat Gaurav Train Starts 9-Day Pilgrimage from Bhagalpur, Fully Booked Service to Cover 4 Jyotirlingas
The IRCTC Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train officially commenced its 9-day pilgrimage from Bhagalpur Junction on March 11, 2026. Departing at 06:30 AM, the train is carrying 678 passengers from Eastern Bihar and surrounding regions. This special service is designed to provide a direct and affordable spiritual experience, visiting major Jyotirlingas and the Akshardham Temple for the first time in this circuit.
Complete Itinerary and Boarding Points
The journey spans 9 days and 8 nights, concluding on March 19. The train will pass through several key stations in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, allowing passengers to board from multiple locations. The official route includes stops at Jamalpur, Kiul, Patna, Gaya, Sasaram, and Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction.
- Ujjain: Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga and Mahakal Corridor
- Omkareshwar: Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
- Somnath: Somnath Jyotirlinga
- Dwarka: Dwarkadhish Temple and Beyt Dwarka
- Ahmedabad: Akshardham Temple
Fare Structure and Inclusions
Indian Railways provides a 33% concession for this tourist train to promote religious tourism. The all-inclusive package covers train travel, vegetarian meals, hotel stays, and travel insurance for all passengers. The train consists of 14 coaches, including Sleeper, AC 3-tier, and AC 2-tier options.
| Category | Class | Price per Person |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | Sleeper | ₹18,850 |
| Standard | AC 3-Tier | ₹33,995 |
| Comfort | AC 2-Tier | ₹41,990 |
IRCTC officials confirmed that the rake was prepared at the Bhagalpur coaching yard. Security staff and tour escorts are present on every coach to assist the pilgrims throughout the journey. Passengers were advised to keep their documentation ready for hassle-free entry into temples across Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh.