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BSB/Varanasi Junction (11 PFs)
Local Name: Cantt
वाराणसी जंक्शन
وارانسی جنکشن

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Sep 10 (18:24)
Varanasi Junction (BSB) is a major railway station in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is located near the Chaudhari Charan Singh bus stand and offers a wide range of amenities including waiting rooms, food stalls, and ATMs. The station is a bustling hub, frequented by pilgrims visiting the holy city of Varanasi and tourists exploring its rich cultural heritage.

Tourism

Kashi Vishwanath Temple: One of the holiest temples in Hinduism, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Sarnath: An important Buddhist pilgrimage site where Buddha delivered his first sermon.
Dhamek Stupa: A magnificent stupa built by Emperor Ashoka, marking the site of Buddha's first sermon.
Tulsi Manas Mandir: A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Rama, built by Sant Tulsi Das.
Manikarnika Ghat: A sacred ghat on the Ganges River, where Hindus perform last rites.

Food

Kashi Chaat Bhandar: Famous for its delectable street food and chaat.
Annapurna Restaurant: Serves traditional Indian vegetarian cuisine.
Shree Ram Restaurant: Offers a wide range of vegetarian thalis and snacks.
Baba Chaat: Renowned for its delicious chaat and street food.
Brijwasi: Popular for its vegetarian sweets and snacks.

Station Address

Near Chaudhari Charan Singh bus stand, Railwayganj Colony, Varanasi, Pin - 221002
State: Uttar Pradesh
Elevation: 77 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-1
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Lucknow Charbagh NR
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Number of Platforms: 11
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Sep 16 (12:47) Gaya-Kolkata Vande Bharat Express Stop at Parasnath Brings Joy to Jain Pilgrims
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Sep 16 2024 (12:48)
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Sep 16 2024 (12:48)
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वंदे भारत ट्रेन के ठहराव से जैन यात्रियों में खुशी

The recent addition of a stop for the Gaya-Kolkata Vande Bharat Express at the Parasnath railway station, named after the Jain pilgrimage site of Sammed Shikhar Parasnath, has brought joy to Jain pilgrims. This stop is especially beneficial for pilgrims traveling from Kolkata to Madhuban. The Tirthankar Kothi Trust has expressed...
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gratitude to the Indian Railways and the Government of India for this decision. Sammed Shikhar Parasnath is a major pilgrimage site for Jains, attracting many pilgrims via rail. The addition of this stop has generated excitement amongst Jain pilgrims, particularly after the Ranchi-Varanasi train previously received a stop. The stop is expected to not only provide convenience but also lead to an increase in the number of pilgrims visiting Parasnath. The Tirthankar Kothi Trust, including its president Ajit Pandya, general secretary Vineet Jhunjhria, and CEO Virendra Jain, expressed their thanks to the central government and the Ministry of Railways.

Parasnath railway station, named after the famous Jain pilgrimage site Sammed Shikhar Parasnath, pe Gaya-Kolkata Vande Bharat Express ka stop ban gaya hai, jisse Jain pilgrims bahut khush hain. Ye stop khass kar Kolkata se Madhuban aane waale pilgrims ke liye bahut helpful hai. Tirthankar Kothi Trust ne is decision ke...
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liye Indian Railways aur Government of India ko thanks bola hai. Sammed Shikhar Parasnath Jains ka ek bada pilgrimage site hai, jahan bahut saare pilgrims train se aate hain. Is stop se Jain pilgrims bahut khush hain, khass kar jabki pehle Ranchi-Varanasi train ko bhi stop diya gaya tha. Ye stop nahin sirf pilgrims ke liye convenient hai, balki Parasnath aane waale pilgrims ki sankhya bhi badhegi. Tirthankar Kothi Trust, jiske president Ajit Pandya, general secretary Vineet Jhunjhria, aur CEO Virendra Jain hain, ne centre government aur Railway Ministry ko thanks bola hai.
Sep 16 (12:46) Devghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express Inaugurated, Operations Begin on September 16th
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आज से देवघर वाराणसी वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस का नियमित परिचालन

The Devghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express was visually inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 15th, 2023. It will operate between Devghar and Varanasi via Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, and Gaya. The train, designated as 22499/22500, will run six days a week, except Tuesdays. It covers 453 kilometers in 7 hours...
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and 15 minutes, maintaining an average speed of 62 km/h. The train consists of executive class and chair cars. It stops at Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram, and Deendayal Upadhyay (DDUP) besides Devghar and Varanasi. Regular operation began on September 16th. The train departs from Devghar at 15:15 and arrives in Varanasi at 22:30. The return trip departs from Varanasi at 6:20 and reaches Devghar at 13:40. The fare from Devghar to Varanasi is ₹1300 for chair car and ₹2365 for executive class. The train has 8 air-conditioned coaches with seating arrangements for passengers.

Devghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express ka visual udghaatan 15 September, Ravivaar ko PM Narendra Modi ne kiya. Ye Devghar aur Varanasi ke beech Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada aur Gaya se hoke chalegi. Train number 22499/22500, Mangalvaar ko chhodkar har hafta 6 din chalegi. Ye 453 kilometer 7 ghanta 15 minute mein cover karegi,...
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average speed 62 km/h hai. Isme executive class aur chair car hain. Devghar aur Varanasi ke alawa Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram aur Deendayal Upadhyay (DDUP) mein bhi yeh rukti hai. Regular chalane ki shuruat 16 September se hui. Train Devghar se 15:15 par chalta hai aur Varanasi 22:30 par pahunchta hai. Varanasi se 6:20 par chalta hai aur Devghar 13:40 par pahunchta hai. Devghar se Varanasi ka chair car ka fare ₹1300 hai aur executive class ka ₹2365 hai. Train mein 8 air-conditioned coaches hai aur passenger ke liye baithne ki vyavastha hai.
Sep 16 (12:45) Deoghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express Inaugurated, Begins Regular Operations on September 16th
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आज से देवघर वाराणसी वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस का नियमित परिचालन

The Vande Bharat Express train connecting Deoghar and Varanasi was inaugurated visually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 15th, 2023. This semi-high-speed train, running on the route of Deoghar, Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, and finally reaching Varanasi, is expected to offer improved travel facilities for passengers. It will operate six...
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days a week, excluding Tuesdays, with a journey time of 7 hours 15 minutes covering a distance of 453 km. The average speed of the train will be 62 km/hour. The train has executive class and chair car options. Stops are planned at Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram, and Deendayal Upadhyaya Junction before reaching Varanasi. The train service is expected to begin regular operations on September 16th, 2023. The train number 22499 departs from Deoghar at 15:15, reaching Varanasi at 22:30. The train number 22500 departs from Varanasi at 6:20, arriving in Deoghar at 13:40. The train has eight air-conditioned coaches with seating arrangements. Passengers can choose between General Chair Car and Executive Class, with fares starting at Rs. 1300 for General Chair from Deoghar to Varanasi and Rs. 2365 for Executive Class.

Deoghar aur Varanasi ke beech chalne wala Vande Bharat Express train ka visual inauguration Prime Minister Narendra Modi ne 15 September, 2023 ko kiya tha. Ye semi-high-speed train, Deoghar, Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya se hota hua Varanasi tak jaata hai, aur yah passengers ke liye aacha travel facility provide karega. Train,...
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Tuesday ko chhodkar, har hafta 6 din chalti hai, aur 7 hours 15 minutes mein 453 km ki journey complete karti hai. Train ki average speed 62 km/hour hai. Train mein executive class aur chair car options hain. Varanasi pahunchne se pahle, train Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram, aur Deendayal Upadhyaya Junction pe rukti hai. Regular operations 16 September, 2023 se shuru hone wali hain. Train number 22499 Deoghar se 15:15 pe chalta hai, aur Varanasi 22:30 pe pahunchta hai. Train number 22500 Varanasi se 6:20 pe chalta hai, aur Deoghar 13:40 pe pahunchta hai. Train mein 8 air-conditioned coaches hain, aur passengers ke liye comfortable seating arrangements hain. Passengers General Chair Car aur Executive Class mein se koi bhi option choose kar sakte hain. Deoghar se Varanasi ke liye General Chair Car ka fare Rs. 1300 hai, aur Executive Class ka fare Rs. 2365 hai.
Sep 16 (12:31) Deoghar-Varanasi Vande Bharat Express Commences Operations, Offers Affordable Fares
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आज से देवघर वाराणसी वंदे भारत का नियमित परिचालन, छह रेलवे स्टेशनों में ठहराव

The Vande Bharat Express train between Deoghar and Varanasi, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15th, commenced operations on September 15th. The train runs six days a week, excluding Tuesdays, and covers the 453 km distance in 7 hours and 15 minutes, with an average speed of 62 km/h....
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It offers both Executive Class and Chair Car options. The train has eight air-conditioned coaches, with a seating capacity for passengers. The ticket fares for the Deoghar to Varanasi route are Rs. 1300 for Chair Car and Rs. 2365 for Executive Class. The fares from Jasidih to Varanasi are Rs. 1280 and Rs. 2355 for Chair Car and Executive Class respectively. The train makes stops at Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram, and Deen Dayal Upadhyay stations.

Deoghar se Varanasi jaane wali Vande Bharat Express train ka inauguration PM Narendra Modi ne 15 August ko kiya tha. Yeh train 15 September se chalna shuru ho gayi hai. Hफ्ते mein 6 din chalta hai, Tuesday ko chhodke. 453 km ki journey 7 ghante 15 minute mein complete hoti...
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hai. Is train mein Executive Class aur Chair Car ka option hai. 8 AC coaches hain, jismein passengers ke liye baithne ki jagah hai. Deoghar se Varanasi jaane ka Chair Car ticket 1300 rupees ka hai, aur Executive Class ka ticket 2365 rupees ka hai. Jasidih se Varanasi jaane ka Chair Car ticket 1280 rupees ka hai aur Executive Class ka 2355 rupees ka. Train Jasidih, Kiul, Nawada, Gaya, Sasaram aur Deen Dayal Upadhyay stations par rukta hai.
Sep 16 (05:54) Modi Inaugurates New Railway Projects in Jharkhand, Launches Vande Bharat Express
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पीएम ने रेलवे की 650 करोड़ की योजनाओं की दी सौगात

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated new railway projects in Jharkhand, unveiling infrastructure development schemes worth ₹650 crore and launching Vande Bharat Express trains. Modi emphasized the focus on development in Jharkhand, highlighting the increased investment by the railway and the electrification of all railway lines. He also inaugurated two crore houses...
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online under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin), emphasizing the government's efforts to uplift the poor and underprivileged. He further highlighted the benefits of Vande Bharat trains for tourism, employment generation, and ease of transportation. He also mentioned the renovation of over 50 railway stations in Jharkhand under the Amrit Bharat Railway Station Scheme. Due to unfavorable weather, he apologized for not being able to attend a rally in Jamshedpur but promised to visit the city.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi ne Jharkhand mein railway ki nayi projects ka udghatan kiya. Unhone 650 crore rupees ki aadharbhut sanrachna vikas yojnaon ka anaवरण किया aur Vande Bharat Express ki shuruaat ki. Modi ne Jharkhand mein vikas par focus kiya, railway dwara badhte nivesh aur saare railway lines ka vidyutikaran...
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highlight kiya. Unhone Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) ke tale mein do crore gharon ka online udghatan bhi kiya, gरीब और वंचित वर्ग के लिए सरकार के prayas ko highlight karte hue. Unhone Vande Bharat trains ke tourism, rozgar nirmaan aur aasaan transport ke faayde bhi highlight kiye. Unhone Amrit Bharat Railway Station Scheme ke tale mein Jharkhand mein 50 se zyada railway stations ke renovation ka bhi zikr kiya. Kharaab mausam ki wajah se, unhone Jamshedpur mein rally mein nahin jaane ke liye maaf मांगी, lekin us city mein jaane ka vachan diya.
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