Weekly Train Service Connecting Janakpur Dham in Nepal with Ayodhya in India

In a significant step towards strengthening India-Nepal connectivity, Indian Railways has approved the introduction of a new weekly train service between Janakpur Dham in Nepal and Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, India.

The service will establish an important rail link between two destinations deeply associated with the Ramayana tradition – Janakpur Dham, revered as the birthplace of Mata Sita, and Ayodhya, the birthplace of Prabhu Shri Ram. The initiative will provide passengers from both countries with improved access to these prominent religious and cultural centres while reinforcing their shared civilizational heritage.

Covering approximately 604 kilometres, the weekly service will connect Janakpur Dham with Ayodhya Cantt., passing through several important towns and cities in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.(UPDATED ON 14TH NOVEMBER 2026)