In a commendable initiative, the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) has taken steps to streamline pilgrimage travel to Ayodhya. Applying for route permits for six key routes, HRTC aims to enhance connectivity from various Himachal towns to Ayodhya. Here’s a detailed overview:
HRTC Route Applications
- Pilgrimage-Focused Decision:
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- HRTC applies for route permits to facilitate pilgrimage to Ayodhya.
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- Key Towns Connected:
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- Proposed routes connect Ayodhya with Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Hamirpur, Una, and Nalagarh.
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- Feasibility Study:
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- Decision based on a comprehensive field report assessing feasibility and demand for transportation services.
HRTC Ayodhya Buses Journey Details
- Delhi Departure:
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- Buses to commence their journey from Delhi, traversing Yamuna and Agra Lucknow Expressway.
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- Distance Covered:
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- A 732-kilometer journey is expected to take approximately 13 hours.
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- Efficient Operation:
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- The frequency of trips is determined based on passenger demand, offering options for both daily and weekly schedules.
Commitment to Service Excellence
- Managing Director’s Statement:
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- Rohan Chand Thakur emphasizes HRTC’s commitment to efficiency and optimal services.
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- Strategic Planning:
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- Logistical details planned for seamless travel, including designated driver change points and strategic refreshment stops.
Operational Logistics
- Departure Points:
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- Proposed departure from Delhi’s Anand Bihar Terminal before 7:45 am.
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- Ayodhya Dham ISBT Support:
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- Ample parking facilities are provided at Ayodhya Dham ISBT for convenient bus logistics.
Pilgrim Convenience
- Enhanced Connectivity:
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- New routes are crucial for providing enhanced connectivity and ensuring a comfortable journey for pilgrims.
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- Accessible Devotion:
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- HRTC’s effort to make the Ayodhya pilgrimage accessible to devotees from Himachal Pradesh.
As HRTC spearheads efforts to optimize pilgrimage travel, these proposed routes underscore a commitment to seamless connectivity and convenience for devotees embarking on this sacred journey to Ayodhya.
Source : thenewshimachal