Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Free Ayodhya-Varanasi Pilgrimage Train Launched
CM Ramesh, the MP from Anakapalli, started a special train trip for people to visit Ayodhya and Varanasi for free.
This is part of a promise he made during the elections.
About 1,500 people from different areas are going on this spiritual journey.
The train was sent off with chants of 'Jai Sri Ram'.
The MP said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's work in Varanasi inspired adding Varanasi to the trip.
He also said that more people will get to go to Ayodhya in the future.
Many local leaders and devotees were there to support the event.
CM Ramesh launched a free pilgrimage train to Ayodhya and Varanasi from Anakapalli Railway Station.
The first phase includes 1,500 pilgrims from four assembly constituencies under the Anakapalli Parliamentary constituency.
The initiative fulfills an election promise and includes Varanasi due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's transformation of the city.
Elaborate arrangements, including volunteers and necessary facilities, were made to ensure the pilgrims' comfort and safety.
The program is planned in phases, with more devotees expected to visit Ayodhya in the future.
- Who
- CM Ramesh, Anakapalli MP, and various local leaders and devotees
- What
- Launch of a free pilgrimage train to Ayodhya and Varanasi
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Anakapalli Railway Station
- Why
- To fulfill an election promise and provide a free pilgrimage opportunity to devotees
Supporters of the Initiative
Critics of the Initiative
Election Promise Fulfillment
Supporters of the Initiative
The initiative fulfills an election promise, providing a free pilgrimage opportunity to devotees.
Critics of the Initiative
Critics argue that the initiative is a political gimmick to garner votes and may not be sustainable.
Inclusivity and Accessibility
Supporters of the Initiative
The program is seen as inclusive, allowing people from various backgrounds to participate in a spiritual journey.
Critics of the Initiative
Critics point out that the initiative may not reach all segments of the population equally, potentially excluding those who cannot travel or have other constraints.
- Date
- Sunday
- Location
- Anakapalli Railway Station
- Number of Pilgrims
- 1,500
- Destinations
- Ayodhya and Varanasi
- Initiator
- CM Ramesh, Anakapalli MP
- Programme Type
- Free pilgrimage tour
- Key Participants
- Anakapalli MLA Konathala Rama Krishna, Madugula MLA Bandaru Satyanarayana Murthy, Pendurthi MLA Panchakarla Ramesh Babu, Chodavaram MLA KSNS Raju, former MLC Buddha Naga Jagadeeswara Rao, TDP leaders Dadi Ratnakar, Gavara Corporation chairman Malla Surendra, party activists, and devotees