Explore Yog Nagri Rishikesh Railway Station: Your Gateway to Uttarakhand's Culture and Scenic Beauty
Yog Nagri Rishikesh Railway Station is a new railway station that was inaugurated in 2020 as part of the Rishikesh-Karnprayag railway line project. It is located in New Rishikesh, about 2 km west of the old Rishikesh railway station. It is designed to depict the culture, tourism and pilgrimages of Uttarakhand, with a 12 feet big statue of Lord Shiva in Yogi Asan, a colourful fountain and a signage in Sanskrit. It is expected to boost the connectivity and accessibility of Rishikesh, which is a popular destination for yoga, adventure sports and spirituality.
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Facilities and Services
The station has three platforms and three tracks, and is electrified. It is currently served by Hemkunt Express, which runs between Rishikesh and Jammu Tawi. The station has a parking facility, a waiting hall, a ticket counter and a cafeteria. The station is clean, spacious and well-maintained. The staff are courteous and helpful. The security is adequate and the announcements are clear.
Nearby Attractions and Scenic Views
The station is close to many attractions in Rishikesh, such as the Laxman Jhula, the Ram Jhula, the Parmarth Niketan Ashram and the Beatles Ashram. One can take a bus, a taxi or a bike to reach these places from the station. The station also offers a scenic view of the Ganges river and the Himalayan foothills.
Connecting Trains
There are 14 trains halting at Yog Nagri Rishikesh Railway Station. Some of them are:
- 09031/09032 Yoga Special: This train runs between Ahmedabad and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Jaipur, Delhi, Haridwar and others.
- 03009/03010 Doon Special Fare Special: This train runs between Howrah and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Patna, Varanasi, Lucknow and others.
- 08477/08478 Kalinga Utkal Special Fare Special: This train runs between Puri and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Sambalpur and others.
- 09609/09610 Yog Nagari Rishikesh - Udaipur City Special: This train runs between Udaipur City and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Ajmer, Jaipur, Delhi and others.
- 04229/04230 Yog Nagari Rishikesh - Prayagraj Sangam Special: This train runs between Prayagraj Sangam and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Kanpur, Lucknow, Bareilly and others.
- 04605/04606 Yog Nagari Rishikesh - Jammu Tawi Special: This train runs between Jammu Tawi and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Pathankot, Ludhiana, Ambala and others.
- 06097/06098 Yog Nagri Rishikesh - Kochuveli SF Special: This train runs between Kochuveli and Yog Nagri Rishikesh with stops at Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, Coimbatore and others.
Conclusion
The station is a welcome addition to the railway network of Uttarakhand, and a reflection of the state's rich heritage and diversity. It is a convenient and comfortable option for travellers who want to explore Rishikesh and its surroundings. It is also a symbol of the progress and development of the region.
