Banda/Chitrakoot: In a major boost to religious tourism and connectivity across the Ramayana circuit, Indian Railways is preparing to launch the Ayodhya–Chitrakoot Vande Bharat Express, offering a fast, modern, and seamless travel experience between the sacred land of Lord Rama’s birth and his revered Tapobhoomi. The Railway Board has sought a feasibility report from the Northern Railway headquarters for this new route. With the process accelerating, officials indicate that the high-speed train is likely to begin operations by January 2026. Direct High-Speed Connectivity for Pilgrims The upcoming Vande Bharat service will directly connect Chitrakoot Dham, Banda, Hamirpur, Kanpur, Unnao, Lucknow, and finally Ayodhya Dham.Currently, no direct train operates between Chitrakoot and Ay...