SEPTEMBER 2016
VOL 6
ISSUE 5
THE ON-BOARD M AGAZINE OF INDI AN RAILWAYS
PLUS
GOLDEN VOICE An interview with Lata Mangeshkar
Jal Mahal of Deeg A quick trip to grandeur of yore
Proud Moment for
Indian railways Sakshi Malik wins bronze in Rio Olympics 2016
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MINISTER'S MESSAGE
EYE ON FUTURE
Building a stronger system Dear travellers, Railways in India is a tool for economic development, equity and national integration. The role of Railways is not just confined to connecting remote regions with mainland India, but also critical in providing affordable transport services. In the last 65 years, the freight loading has grown by over 1300% and passenger kilometres by over 1600%. However, the route kilometres have only grown by 23% and doubling and multiple routes have only grown by 289%. This underinvestment in Indian Railways has led to severe capacity constraints resulting in its declining model share on Indian Railways. In order to reverse this declining trend and recover the lost traffic back to the Railways, many initiatives have been taken. Hence, to expedite the infrastructure development, the capital expenditure has been doubled from `46,000 crore (average of 2009-14) to about `94,000 crore in 2015-16. Considering future traffic growth and its subsequent impact on capacity carrying, on August 24, 2016, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a massive railway infrastructure expansion programme to the tune of `24,000 crore (approx) for construction of over 1900 kilometres Railways line which would cater to capacity augmentation on the fully saturated golden quadrangle corridors, facilitating transportation of freight and passenger traffic in a big way. These projects would benefit 11 States, including Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Assam.
SURESH PRABHU
Hon'ble Minister of Railways Government of India
Additionally, these projects would not just benefit the Indian Railways, but will also meet the traffic requirement projected by Ministry of Coal, Steel and Mines, other Ministries and general growth in traffic which is aggregated to cross 1.5 billion tonnes by 2020 (broad objective is to create capacity to carry 1.5 billion tonnes by 2020). Our constant endeavour is to create a strong railway system that would not only increase model share of Indian Railways but make the journeys of our passengers memorable - which is of cardinal importance to us. We have set ourselves stiff targets for infrastructure creation in the coming years, and are continuously working towards achieving these objectives.
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CONTENTS
TRAVEL
RAIL UPDATE
TRANSFORMING
NATION
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COVER STORY Lose yourself in the beauty of the Mumbai-Pune journey on the Deccan Queen
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Plan your trips around these days and events
A charming village, Pangot offers striking scenic views
ENTRY TICKET
OFF TRACK
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Accounting Reforms in Indian Railways
Involvement of World Bank with Indian Railways
NOSTALGIA
52
DREAM SCAPE Explore Jal Mahal, the star of Deeg
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TALE SPIN
Sift through the rich legacy of old, classy coaches
CONTENTS
LIFESTYLE
LEISURE
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golden voice
An interview with Lata Mangeshkar
Jal Mahal of Deeg A quick trip to grandeur of yore
Proud Moment for
Indian railways Sakshi Malik wins bronze in Rio Olympics 2016
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ON THE COVER Rio Olympics 2016 Bronze medal winner Sakshi Malik
RAIL UPDATE
TRANSFORMING RAILWAYS, Transforming india The Indian Railways has a glorious past and has achieved a phenomenal growth in both freight and passenger traffic by improving asset utilisation and efficiency of operations. It plays a critical role in facilitating the economic and social development of the country by enabling geographic connectivity, citizen mobility and commercial activity, in addition to providing a world-class logistics and transportation infrastructure. By introducing reforms on several levels, Indian Railways is not only transforming itself but also helping in the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth.
Accounting Reforms in Indian Railways A decisive thrust towards Accounting Reforms has been provided by the Hon’ble MR, articulated through his Budget Speech in 2015-16 and 2016-17 wherein ‘Mission Beyond Book Keeping’ aims to take Accounting Reforms beyond Accrual Accounting into the realm of Performance Costing and Outcome Budgeting.
RIGHT ACCOUNTING
LINKING OF BUDGET
RIGHT COSTING
EXPENDITURE
RIGHT PRICING
OUTPUT
RIGHT OUTCOME
OUTCOMES
INITIATIVES OF ACCOUNTS DIRECTORATE
BENEFITS
• Strengthening and capacity building of human capital for the sustainability of Accounting Reforms
• Advanced Railway Pension Access Network (ARPAN), an online virtual communication for issuance of Pension Payment Order
• Help the management in strategic areas such as value creation, resource utilisation, product/service pricing, strategic planning, and risk management, etc.
• For Centralised processing of financial transactions, an ‘Integrated Payroll and Accounting System’ (IPAS) has been introduced
• A holistic transformation in the way IR perceives not just its accounting milieu but also the way it looks at its operations and business as a whole.
• e-Rail Lekha in which all the Zonal Railways upload data
EXTRA-BUDGETARY RESOURCES (INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE) • EBR-IF funds are low cost, long term funds which will be deployed to finance throughout enhancement projects of Railways, mainly doubling and electrification projects. During the FY 2015-16 EBR-IF funds of `9,430 crore were utilised and the target for
2016-17
is
`20,985
crore.
A Memorandum of Understanding with LIC of India was also signed for availing funding assistance to the tune of `1.5 lakh crore over the next five years for financing Railway projects. • World Bank has been approached for exploring the feasibility of setting up a Railways of India Development Fund (RIDF) for raising resources for long-term investment in Railways.
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IR goals for 2030 Modal share in freight increased to
47%
from the present 33% Freight traffic to reach
3000
billion NTKM from 656 billion
Speed raising – for freight trains
100kmph from 25 kmph presently
Punctuality
95% Network size to go up to
72,000 route kms
Country’s first high speed rail to be operational by
2023 between Mumbai and Ahmedabad
As a part of Digital India Programme, Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) is being materialised by commissioning the same all over India in Railways in a phased manner with a pilot project at Northern Railway
Eliminate all unmanned level crossings on Broad Gauge by
2020
All level crossings to be replaced with grade separators by year
2030
To redevelop 54 ‘A-1’ & ‘A’ category stations by
2020-21
As a part of the same programme, a proposal for online issuing of food licenses under FSSA Act is also being taken up
INITIATIVES BY IR MEDICAL SERVICES Implementation of cashless smart card scheme for RELHS beneficiaries over various Zonal Railways will be ensured
Non-fare revenue to be increased from 3.4% to
20%
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Complaint management through social media Social Media is a platform of online communication channels dedicated to community based inputs, interaction, content sharing and collaboration. It allows people or organisations to create, share, or exchange information, career interests, ideas, and pictures/videos in virtual communities and networks. Examples: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, etc. Ministry of Railways took the initiative to provide assistance and address the complaints of rail passengers received on the twitter handle of the ministry @RailMinIndia, on real time basis.
ACTION ON TWEETS The staff work upon the ticketed tweets on the basis of assigned priority such as urgent, high and normal.
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RAIL UPDATE
International Collaboration • Indian Railways has signed MoUs with various Foreign Railways/Foreign entities including Co-operation areas in the field of High speed railways, Training, Manufacturing locomotives and rolling stocks; Station development; Rolling stock modernisation, Signalling & telecom modernisation, Rail safety regulations, including level crossings, Railway Electrification, Advanced techniques of maintenance; Use of environment friendly technologies; and several other areas. • Mumbai-Ahmedabad high speed rail corridor (MAHSR)
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will be developed with the use of Japanese high speed rail technologies (i.e., the Shinkansen system) and experiences. FUTURE PLANS
• Collaboration with Global Industries for FDI in Railways in sectors delineated in the FDI scheme • Collaboration in high technology area under ‘Make in India’ programme • Providing climate-friendly efficient solutions for Indian Railways’ expanding energy needs
• Global partnerships for skill development of IR personnel through training programmes • International participation in Station development • Collaboration in freight operations especially automotive transport and logistic parks • • Cooperation in Infrastructure building and management including Dedicated Freight Corridors and development of passenger stations • Cooperation in High Speed Rail and Speed raising
Transparency & Digitisation ACHIEVEMENTS 2015-16
Launched E-Ticketing Portal in Hindi and also for differently-abled passengers
ROAD MAP FOR THE FUTURE Integrated Railway Mobile Application for ticketing issues and for receipt and redressal of complaints and suggestions.
Launched all- India 24x7 helpline number 138
Launched mobile application to redress Railway-related complaints and webbased complaint and suggestion portal
Launched paperless unreserved ticketing through mobile at Chennai, Mumbai, Secunderabad and Kolkata Suburban sections and at New Delhi - Palwal Section of Northern Railway also.
Launched sale of unreserved tickets through hand-held terminals for the benefit of the suburban and short distance travelers
$ Sale of platform tickets through ticket vending machines which would be made compatible with cash, credit/debit cards MOBILE APPS
Bar-coded tickets, scanners and access control on pilot basis at major stations
TRANSPARENCY
Commissioned 450 coin-cumcard operated Automatic Ticket Vending Machines
Introduced destination alert service on all Rajdhani and Duronto trains.
Defence Travel System for elimination of paper warrants has been implemented at more than
3000 locations.
Several IT applications to facilitate transparency in working have been implemented on Indian Railways. These include Passenger Reservation System, E-procurement system, Online registration of demand for wagons and coaches, Computerised Parcel Management System, Freight Operations Information System, Track Management System, Online booking of Retiring Rooms etc. These systems help in bringing about transparency in Railway Operations. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 17
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PASSENGER AMENITIES & SERVICES
It is a specialised work aimed at mid-life rehabilitation of railway coaches to improve their condition from passenger amenities as well as running point of view at mid-life stage.
Setting up of mechanised laundries for washing linen
OTHER PASSENGER INITIATIVES To improve upon the quality of washing of linen supplied to the passengers
Provision of foldable ladder started in new manufactured First AC Coaches for passenger convenience
State-of-the-art machines are used for washing and ironing of linens
Started a web and SMS-based system in which passengers of OBHS covered trains can call for OBHS staff for any cleaning requirement and such requests can be monitored online for satisfactory fulfillment
WEB
Mechanised laundries have already been set up at 18 new locations. Provision of bio-degradable garbage bags to passengers has been started as part of Mission Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan
Mid-life Rehabilitation Workshop for coaches at Jhansi.
J-Hook type of hanging arrangement for bags in sub-urban coaches for passengersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; convenience
The workshop has capacity to undertake MLR of
250
Commencement of provision of Braille signage on 3000 coaches to facilitate travel to visually impaired passengers on all the new manufactured coaches
coaches per annum.
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DIGITAL INDIA INITIATIVES • Rail wheel factory Bengaluru has implemented paperless work in Material Management Division. • DLW launched web-based online vendor registration system reducing the average time taken for vendor registration from 240 days to 60 days only. Digital mapping of entire procurement eco-system has been achieved by • Integrated MMS (iMMS) • Paperless contract management
• E-Technical scrutiny, • E-Tender Committee and • e-Acceptance of offers IT initiatives in maintenance of Rolling stock • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) based Predictive maintenance IT systems have been developed for Coaches, Locomotives & Wagons. Ministry of Railways does three kind of contracts – goods, works and services. It has started complete electronic procurement solution for all.
Manufacturing of 1200 wagons per annum and rehabilitation of 300 wagons per annum at Kulti, West Bengal.
Indigenisation of wheels for EMU coaches to save foreign exchange and moving towards self reliance.
To further strengthen industrial base in India, it has been made mandatory for foreign firms to establish factories in India, if they want to become approved vendor for the items whose tender values is more than Rs.300 Crores.
MAKE IN INDIA INITIATIVES Setting up Diesel Loco Factory at Marhowra, (Bihar). The factory will supply state-of-theart 1000 locomotives of 4500 HP and 6000 HP to Indian Railways over a supply period of 11 years.
Indigenised many items like springs for LHB coach, traction motor, crank shaft, ACAC traction system for EMD diesel locos. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 19
RAIL UPDATE Shaan-e-Punjab becomes the first train of Indian Railways fitted with surveillance cameras for greater security especially for women passengers
Provision of Fire suppression system in Pantry cars and Power cars
Provision of solar panels on coaches to harness solar energy
CLEANLINESS (SWACHH BHARAT ABHIYAN) Introduced SMS based ‘Clean My Coach’ service in March 2016. Presently, around 600 trains are covered under this scheme
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GREEN INITIATIVES Commissioning of Solar Plant at RCF/RBL
Automatic Condition Monitoring of Rolling Stock Enhanced Vision for locomotives Implementation of End of Train Telemetry (EoTT) Freight operation to eliminate chance of human errors Provision of Fire extinguishers in non Airconditioned coaches
Use of bio diesel-B5 (i.e., 5% Bio-Diesel and 95% Diesel) was started and 11,000 KL of bio-diesel has been ordered on 14 Zonal Railways.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Provision of Automatic fire and smoke detection system for Non AC coaches for the first time 20 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
CNG DEMU power cars introduced on Northern Railway to make commuter trains environment and user-friendly.
Train Cleanliness Schemes • On Board Housekeeping Services (OBHS) scheme provided in 671 trains •
Clean Train Stations (CTS) scheme for en route cleaning of trains
•
Mechanised Coach cleaning in maintenance depot has been increased to 133 from 105
•
Indian Railways is undertaking large scale proliferation of indigenously developed bio-toilets to eliminate open defecation from all of its coaches by 2019
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES An advisory for environment-friendly disposal of Municipal Solid Waste in major coaching Terminals, including setting up of waste to energy conversion plants, was issued in 2015. One pilot plant has been set up in Jaipur in Marâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;16. Order for 2 more plants have been issued and action for 5 more such plants is underway.
OTHER INITIATIVES 233 locomotives have been provided with Air Conditioning (HVAC) in loco cabs to improve safety of train operation.
Indigenous design development and manufacturing of LHB second class coach with pneumatic suspension capable to sustain more than 300% overload
FUTURE PLANS Development of dual mode locomotive for working on electric as well as diesel traction.
WATER MANAGEMENT During past one year Water Recycling Plants (WRPs) were sanctioned for another 42 locations. Till 2015, WRPs were provided across 30 locations only.
Provision of Rain Water Harvesting systems (RWHs) got accelerated and extended to 371 more locations during 2015-16.
Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on all new locomotives leading to major fuel savings.
Water audits were carried out at 85 major consumption centres in 2015-16 Instructions issued to protect and improve the water bodies in railway land
Noise reduction in Diesel loco cabs- Prototype to achieve US standards. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 21
RAIL UPDATE
Mission Raftaar Hon’ble Minister of Railways in the Budget Speech of 2016-17 announced a ‘Mission Raftaar’ programme with the objective of an increase of 25 kmph in the average speed of all non-suburban passenger trains and doubling the average speed of freight trains over the next 5 year period. A crossfunctional Mobility Directorate has been set up in Railway Board, in April 2016, in order to bring focus to the issue and implement the Mission.
SHORT AND MEDIUM TERM MEASURES FOR MOBILITY IMPROVEMENT
Introduction of faster train services like ‘Tejas’ which can attain speeds above 130 kmph with marginal improvement in design.
FUTURE PLANS A roadmap for improving the reliability of assets.
Identification of additional corridors for introducing higher speeds.
Time-tabled running of freight trains
Removal of Permanent Speed Restrictions by tackling the infrastructure inadequacies. Progressive adoption of right powering of freight trains so that the trains are hauled with adequate hauling capacity locomotive vis-à-vis the trailing load in the trains.
Optimum utilization of the line capacity after completion of Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) Elimination of Level Crossings. 2787 Level Crossings are planned for elimination in 2016-17.
Adoption of Main Line Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) and Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) services which work with distributed power systems, in replacement of slow moving loco haul passenger trains on busy routes. 22 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
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NEW Dedicated Freight Corridors Following freight corridors have been proposed for implementation in the Rail Budget 2016-17:
NORTH-SOUTH DFC CONNECTING DELHI TO CHENNAI Approximate length of the corridor is
EAST-WEST CONNECTING KHARAGPUR TO MUMBAI KHARAGPUR
2343kms
EAST-COAST CONNECTING KHARAGPUR TO VIJAYAWADA Approximate length of the corridor is
1114kms
The Corridor originates from New Palwal (near Pirthala) and terminates at new Arakkonam junction
Broad â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Gauge -Double line with Electrification
MUMBAI
Broad Gauge - Double line with Electric traction
The Corridor originates from Andal/ Kamarkundu near Dankuni and terminates at Palghar near Mumbai
Passes through the States of
Approximate length of the corridor is
The Corridor originates from Kharagpur and terminates at Vijayawada
2328kms
West Bengal Odisha Andhra Pradesh
KHARAGPUR
The proposed alignment passes through the States of
The Alignment passes through the States of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
West Bengal Jharkhand Odisha Chhattisgarh Maharashtra
VIJAYAWADA
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RAIL UPDATE
Involvement of World Bank with Indian Railways • Funding Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor • Funding MUTP corridors being implemented by MRVC
• Conducting feasibility study for setting up a Rail Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) for which the structure, project pipeline, tax and regulatory study, market sounding has already been carried out
Wi-Fi facility at Railway stations
• Based on experience of financing Eastern DFC, suggestions on financing the 3 proposed DFCs and also bring in co-investors • Providing USD 500 million assistance for station redevelopment and also working with BCG regarding organizational structure • Structuring State JV projects and providing assistance • Provided inputs on regulation • Conducted workshops on benchmarking, accounting reforms, station development, etc. 24 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
Railway Board has mandated to RailTel Corporation of India (RCIL) to provide Wi-Fi facility at A1, A & B category station (709 Stations). RCIL has entered into a collaborative agreement with M/s Google to provide Wi-Fi at 400 stations. In phase-I of this, 100 stations cumulatively are expected to be commissioned in the current year and further 600 stations targetted for commissioning by 2020 @200 stations per year. www.railbandhu.in
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NFR Earnings Non-Fare Directorate is planning to improve NFR earning to 10-20% of Total Earning of Indian Railways in next 5 years. Major Initiatives
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Three-tier security system of INDIAN RAILWAYS SECURITY SYSTEM District Police: Security of tracks, bridges and tunnels and over Indian Railways GRP: Wing of the State Police responsible for prevention and detection of crime and maintenance of peace and order in station premises, circulating area and trains.
RPF: RPF has been constituted under the Railway Protection Force Act, 1957 (as amended from time to time) for better protection and security of railway property, passenger area and passengers and for matters connected therewith.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT CENTRES Ministry of Railways signed an MoU with Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to make available spare capacity of Railway’s infrastructure. MSDE through National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and their Training Partners would identify areas within railway premises where they would be keen to undertake the Skill Development Programme. Six (6) locations have been identified for setting up ‘Centres of Excellence for Skill Development’ in the training centers of 4 workshops (Izzatnagar, Gorakhpur, Jhansi & Lucknow) and in 2 Production Units (DLW Varanasi & MCF Raibareilly). 26 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
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High Speed Train Project Government of India has approved implementation of 508 kms long high speed corridor between Mumbai and Ahmedabad through Japanese financial and technical assistance. Further in December, 2015 Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed between Government of India and Government of Japan to undertake implementation of the corridor with Japanese Shinkansen technology. The MoU also provides human resource development plan, make in India component and transfer of technology for construction.
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A New entity named National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has been incorporated in February, 2016 to implement the high speed corridor project. In Rail Budget 2014-15, setting up of Diamond Quadrilateral network of high speed rail connecting major metros and growth centers of the country was pronounced. Accordingly, Government envisages having a Diamond Quadrilateral Network of high speed trains connecting (i) Delhi-Mumbai (ii) MumbaiChennai (iii) ChennaiKolkata (iv) Kolkata-Delhi and both the diagonals i.e. (v) Delhi-Chennai and (vi) Mumbai-Kolkata. The total length of network will be approximately 10,000 kms. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 27
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the exploits of Shri Pullela Gopichand, her present Coach, who himself has been a name to reckon internationally. She took up the shuttle racket at the age of 8 years and was groomed initially at the badminton courts of Indian Railway Institute of Signal Engineering (IRISET), Secunderabad by Shri Mahboob Ali. Soon after, she joined the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, where she started honing her skills under the watchful eye of Gopichand.
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s. Pusarala Venkata Sindhu, born on 5th July 1995 in Hyderabad, is the youngest among the two daughters of Shri P. V. Ramana and Smt. P. V. Vijaya, both former volleyball players of repute. Shri P. V. Ramana, who has represented Indian Railways and India in several international tourneys, is the recipient of Arjuna Award in 2000. Both the parents were recruited through Sports Quota in South Central Railway. Shri P. V. Ramana is serving as Assistant Sports Officer, Secunderabad while Smt. P. V. Vijaya opted out of service through voluntary retirement to dedicate time to her daughter. Ms. P. V. Sindhu chose badminton over other games, drawing inspiration from 28 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
QUICK TIPS The latest of her achievements is the Rio Olympics -2016 Silver Medal as Runners up in Women’s Singles, losing in a tough three set encounter to Carolina Marin of Spain.
Ms. P. V. Sindhu completed her schooling from Auxillium School, Mahindra Hills, Secunderabad near her residence at Marredpalli, enabling her to better manage her time for training. She graduated from St. Ann’s Women’s College, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad. The initial few years of her coaching was too strenuous for anyone to bear and perhaps reflected her determination. She used to travel everyday from Marredpalli to Gachibowli academy, a distance of around 30 km with her father. Recognition started coming to her soon after she joined Gopichand’s Badminton Academy. Several titles came her way. The first Single’s title she won was at the Ambuja Cement All India Badminton Tournament and the Doubles title at the 5th Servo All India Ranking Championship, both in under 10 years category. She made her presence felt on the international circuit with a Bronze Medal at the 2009 Sub-Junior Asian Badminton Championship in Colombo. She also secured a place in the Indian National Team at the 2010 Uber Cup. Amongst the individual titles that she won are the Macau Open for three consecutive years from 2013 to 2015, Indonesia International-2011 and Malaysia Masters in 2013 and very recently in 2016. She also finished Runners up in Dutch Open – 2011, Syed Modi International in 2012 and 2014, Denmark Open in 2015 and in South Asian Games – 2016.
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block your dates Special days and events that call for a quick trip to be a part of them INDIA THEATRE OLYMPIAD (SEPTEMBER 2-13) The annual international festival will provide a platform for countries to strengthen ties with the people of India. The Theatre Olympiad welcomes performing arts company, groups and artists to present their production in all genres of performing arts like theatre, dance, music and many more. The 12-day long multi-cultural festivities will be held with a participation of more than 3,000 Indian performing artists along with the international event. Venue: Cuttack, Odisha How to reach: Direct trains are available from cities like Kolkata and Chennai.
ONAM (SEPTEMBER 4-13)
GANESH CHATURTHI (SEPTEMBER 5)
LADAKH FESTIVAL (SEPTEMBER 20-26)
A major festival in India, Onam is celebrated in the month of Chingam, the first month of Malayalam calendar. The four to ten days long harvest festival is celebrated to welcome King Mahabali. The carnival includes grand feast â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Onasadyaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; consisting of 11-13 essential dishes. Folk songs, elegant dances, energetic games, elephants, boats and flowers are all a part of the festival.
The grand affair lasts for a period of 10 days and is most widely celebrated in the State of Maharashtra. The festivities include submerging the idol in water known as Ganesh Visarjan. The ritual takes place with a big crowd taking the idol to the nearest water body, with songs, dance and music throughout the way.
Venue: All across India
Venue: All across India
The annual fiesta is celebrated every year in Leh and its villages. The festival lasts for six days with various festivities like archery, polo, and masked dances from the monasteries and dances by cultural troupes from the villages. The festival is inaugurated by the procession of various cultural troops from different parts of the region. The festivities include a host of musical festivals.
How to reach: Mumbai is the best place to observe the celebrations of Ganesh Chaturthi. The destination is well connected by rail.
How to reach: Kalka is the nearest railway station to Leh which is well-linked with cities like Delhi and Chandigarh.
How to reach: Thiruvananthapuram is a popular place to observe Onam. The destination is well connected by rail.
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Venue: Leh, Jammu & Kashmir
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Journey Apart The Mumbai-Pune train journey in Deccan Queen takes passengers on a very special journey across time and space! Text: Brinda Gill Photos: Amit Kulkarni
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earing the spectacular Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Mumbai, one is invariably swept off one’s feet by its architecture! A fantastic medley of graceful and decorative arches, galleries, gables, windows, gargoyles, finials, domes and statues, some infused with subtle symbolism, greets the eye. Equally impressive is the fact that the beauty of this landmark edifice - that is the headquarters and terminus of the Central Railways, and the terminus for the Central and Harbour lines of the Mumbai suburban railway has a heritage to match its magnificence! Among the many short and long distance trains, daily and weekly trains that start from this fantastic UNESCO World Heritage Site are those that take one on the charming MumbaiPune sojourn. The distance between the two cities is just 191 km. The time taken by trains varies from about 3 ½ hours to over four hours, and the stations the train stops at depends on the train one takes. Yet, in this short time span, one is privy to a very special journey, for the train ride takes the traveller from the state’s financial to its cultural capital, from sea-level to 1840 ft above sea level, through scenic landscapes, presents an interesting slice of life as it also ferries daily commuters between the two cities and, relives the heritage of India’s first passenger railway! A HERITAGE TRACK After getting a window seat, if possible, one can sink back and rewind to a century and a half ago to imagine the vista of the inaugural train journey that set in motion many more to come! For on 16th April 1853, a pioneering train set off from a small shed at Bori Bunder (bori means sack, and bundar means port, thus literally a place where sacks are stored) on the eastern shore line to Thane, at 15:30 pm! This was the first passenger train in the country, and Bori Bunder is the site where the magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) built in 1887 stands today! Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 33
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QUICK FACTS Reserve your ticket in advance. Opt for a window seat
Several trains service the Mumbai-Pune route
The Deccan Queen has a pantry car, and is famous for its plentiful food service.
The train route passes through a number of tunnels
The train - of 14 carriages drawn by three steam locomotives named Sindh, Sultan and Sahib - commenced its maiden journey of 33.79 km with 400 guests. It set off to a 21-gun salute, the music of ‘God Save The King’ played by the Governor’s Band, and cheers from the crowd, some of whom made offerings of flowers and coconut to the train. The momentous day had been declared a public holiday! Traversing the distance in an hour and fifteen minutes, the railway made history. The initiation of railways in India ushered in a revolution in transport and communications, one that assisted the speedy movement of men and materials precipitating British political control of the subcontinent, and in the post-independence period, continued to transform the country.
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GET SET GO! So it is that even today, when the train (Deccan Queen) starts with a gentle tug at CST station, as it slips out through the long station into the open, and soon picks up speed, there is a sense of expectancy and excitement. Meanwhile, the characteristic Indian Railways hospitality unfolds in the form of service of food and beverages. Deccan Queen has a pantry car attached and the hospitable railway staff quickly takes orders for food, rattling off a list of preparations even as a steady stream of staff members come around offering tempting treats like hot sabudana vadas and beverages.
Some trains have fewer stops. Please check the time table if you are looking to disembark at a particular station and if travelling in a Pune-Mumbai direction rather than Mumbai-Pune. For instance, on the Pune-Mumbai direction, the train may not stop at Karjat.
Take a morning or day train to enjoy the lush landscape and fleeting scenes. If you take an evening train, it will be dark when the train is passing through the mountain section.
A short pause at Thane, and the train is off to its next destination - Kalyan Junction that was
CST STATION Marvel at the architecture of Fort area near the station that is a major hub for shopping and dining.
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KALYAN The city of Kalyan is surrounded by a fort wall, Durgadi Fort, completed in 1694 CE built by the Mughals.
The journey offers breathtaking scenery of the Western Ghats
linked to Bori Bunder in 1854, thus steadily lengthening the initial railway line. It then sets off for Karjat, where relaxed travellers headed for the hill station Matheran (known for having only walking paths) disembark. The arrival of Karjat station signals the start of the mountain section that is extremely scenic, especially in the monsoons; an additional engine is attached to the train to assist in the ascent. Also, Karjat is synonymous with tasty batata-wadas or potato dumplings, sprinkled with a spicy red powder, freshly prepared by the staff of Diwadkar. PASSAGE THROUGH MOUNTAINS From Karjat to Lonavala, the track passes by valleys, rugged mountains of stone (formed by lava flows some 65 million years ago) and through 20 odd tunnels! During the monsoons, the senses are soothed by cool breeze, fresh air, lush greenery, and waterfalls! And then there is the fun of passing by Monkey Hill where travellers offer bananas to the monkeys. The valley of Khopoli brings to mind the late 1850s and early 1860s, and tells of the sheer labour that went into building this line
KARJAT A lush hill station, Matheran during monsoon offers plenty trekking routes and long walks.
QUICK FACTS In 1863, the railway across Bhor Ghat was inaugurated, and Bori Bunder was finally linked to the Deccan! Interestingly, during the excavation by blasting and drilling for a tunnel at Bhor Ghat, workers stumbled upon cavities that dazzled when they shone lights on them. It turned out that the light was falling on sparkling white apophyllite crystals, and people flocked to see them. The crystals were called Railway Diamonds and Tunnel No 17, was named Jewel Tunnel.
section by section. Interestingly, the KalyanKhopoli line had been operating from 1856, and the Khandala-Pune section ahead had been opened in 1858; however, the KhopoliKhandala line was yet to be built. The delay was due to the treacherous terrain, and tricky engineering was required for laying the track and making tunnels. In those days, the train traveller disembarked at Khopoli, took a palanquin, pony or car to Khandala and continued the journey from there to Pune. The train heads to Lonavala, where men selling a variety of the famous chikki and jelly sweet. THE LAST LEG Once Lonavala has passed, the land is level and the ascent is behind. The train gathers speed and the landscape reveals urbanisation once again. The train stops briefly at Shivajinagar, named after the heroic Maratha warrior king Shivaji Maharaj (1630-80), a station in Pune. And then it is time to alight at Pune Junction, walk through the portals of the heritage station as the announcer welcomes passengers, after having experienced a very special journey.
LONAVALA Almost 40 minutes away from Lonavala lies Lohagad Fort and the Buddhist Bhaja caves, perfect for sightseeing and trekking.
PUNE JUNCTION Within a 10 km radius of Pune Junction lies Koregaon Park, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s packed with trendy food dives and shopping sites. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 35
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INTERESTING TRAINS
AROUND THE WORLD Here are some of the train journeys that you must surely add to your ‘must experience’ list. As the lush greens roll past, the streams meander into the horizon, one is transported to a set-up right out of a fairy tale. So let the journey begin! Adnan Hamid
THE HIRAM BINGHAM, PERU
The Incas were far ahead of their time. They settled in the Andes regions of South America in the 12th century, and built a massive kingdom with extensive roadways and agricultural systems. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World since 2007, Machu Picchu in Cuzco, Peru is believed to be a royal estate or sacred religious site of the Incas. Travel through Cuzco via the Urubamba valley, on the Orient Express operated Hiram Bingham, one of South America’s finest rail journeys. It is named after the American archaeologist who stumbled upon the concealed site in 1911. You can enjoy a day’s excursion travelling in the train, which has a couple of dining coaches and an observation car. You stop over at the Machu Picchu Sanctuary Lodge where you can stay overnight.
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Murder on the Orient Express is a famous book by crime novelist Agatha Christie.
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The Orient Express passes through France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy.
Machu Picchu, a 15th century Inca citadel, stands at a height of 7,970 ft.
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The Pullman-styled train carries 84 passengers and journeys six days a week, through some of the Andes’ most breathtaking sceneries that include thick jungles, rapids of the Urubamba River and across two mountain passes 4,000 m high, before arriving at Machu Picchu.
THE ORIENT EXPRESS, EUROPE
One of the most celebrated trains in the world, the Orient Express is associated with luxury, and traverses along picturesque settings across Europe. Inaugurated in 1883 by the Belgian entrepreneur Georges Nagelmackers, it originally ran between Paris and Istanbul. Today, the Venice Simplon-Orient Express’ main routes link three of Europe’s most fascinating cities- London, Paris and Venice. The train departs from London Victoria, when you are greeted by the chocolate-and-cream British Pullman train. You
change trains on entering France and uniformed attendants lead you to the royal blue train with brass insignia. On reaching Paris, you use the same station from which the original Orient Express departed in October 1883, the Gare de ‘Est. The meal is sumptuous, served in the Lalique glass and wood panelled dining cars. The last leg of the journey is a stopover at Padua, where the great Galileo taught mathematics at its university in 1222. The train then arrives at the Santa Lucia Terminus, heralding your arrival at the Grand Canal in Venice.
THE TRANS-SIBERIAN RAILWAY, RUSSIA
The Trans-Siberian Railway is one of the longest routes in the world, running from Moscow to Vladivostok. Started in 1901, this line, traverses eight time zones and covers more than 6,000 miles across Russia. For a more leisurely trip, consider travelling for 15 days in the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express, which is equipped with power-showers, under-floor heating, and classy and sumptuous restaurants. Once aboard, you can experience several excursions and stop-overs at 5 cities, including a private concert in Siberia. You can hop off and roam around Irkutsk, known as the Paris of Serbia. Or enjoy a quiet time and take part in a barbeque at Lake Baikal, which is the world’s deepest lake, holding 20% of Earth’s fresh water! You can even venture to Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia; hop onto a ferry in Vladivostok and cruise to South Korea in 36 hours; or if you have more time and heart to travel, you can jump on to the Trans-Siberian train number 4, which will take you from Moscow to Beijing via Mongolia in a week.
THE DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY, INDIA Fancy a ride across the mountain, turning around steep bends, chugging along tea estates, and admiring the beauty of the natural surroundings? Welcome to the Toy Train of Darjeeling. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is the first example of a passenger railway system on the hills. Established in 1881, this railway line applied bold engineering solutions to establish a rail link on the hills. Still fully operational, it retains most of its original features and coaches.
When you reach the Ghoom station, you automatically gasp at the breathtaking view, as you would reach the highest point traversed by the railway, at 7,407 feet! The multiple loops on the way are a specialty of the Toy Train, which enables it to gain height. The Batasia Loop is the most beautiful of them all, which you will experience after descending around 4 miles to reach Darjeeling Station. UNESCO declared the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway as a Heritage Site on 2 December, 1999.
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Which Agatha Christie novel was inspired by the kidnapping and murder of Charles Lindbergh’s childan incident that outraged America?
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William Shakespeare wrote 38 plays. Which comedy happens to be the shortest of his plays?
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Who signed a poem as C.33?
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Which term is used to describe the narrator of events in classical Sanskrit drama and is derived from a word meaning ‘one who controls the strings’ ?
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Joe Klein was revealed to be the author of which 1996 American bestseller?
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2. I ndian School of Mines, Dhanbad is located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India. 3. Mandi House was the former residence of the Raja of Mandi in Delhi. The headquarters of the national television broadcaster Doordarshan is also located here.
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A HERITAGE HAVEN
Heritage in Goa stands out in all seasons. For travellers planning a Goan sojourn, trek and trail through the State’s amazing wonders or sink into chapters of history and heritage and major tourist spot, once ruin remains of the fort, is now renovated and houses caricatures of renowned Goan cartoonist, Late Mario Miranda. Similarly, Chapora Fort and Corjuem Fort in North Goa and Cabo de Rama fort and the Mormugao Fort in South Goa are also very popular tourist sites steeped in history and heritage.
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oa is a land of beautiful beaches, hinterlands, cuisine, culture, colour and costumes. In the midst of all these glitter and glamour is its exquisite and rich heritage that mesmerises everyone. Heritage in Goa, found aplenty through its monuments, traditions, cuisine, houses, hospitality, forts and traditions, can be seen through seven heavenly wonders that can only be experienced when in Goa.
MAGNIFICENT MONUMENTS Old Goa, one of Goa’s biggest heritage hub, is just 9 km away from the capital city, Panjim. Visiting Old Goa’s heritage complex is simply divine as it not only epitomises a heritage treat, but also a spiritual retreat for visitors. This heritage complex houses the tomb and relics of St. Francis Xavier at the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the first Minor Basilica in India and regarded as one of the best. St. Cajetans’s church, that stands opposite to Se Cathedral, was constructed on the primary design of the Basilica of St. Peter’s in Rome and is the only surviving domed church in Goa. Furthermore, St. Augustine’s Tower in Old Goa was built as a
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church in 1572, but now has just a 46m bell tower left in the midst of the ruins. All these three monuments are part of the UNESCO’s world heritage site. Se Cathedral, the largest church in Asia, is a major tourist attraction at Old Goa. The attractions of this church include its giant bell, sky high ceilings, massive pillars and eight chapels.
FAMOUS FORTIFICATIONS Standing tall and strong are some historical forts in Goa which resonate the freedom struggle that led to Goa’s liberation and the valiant and heroic sacrifices of Goan freedom fighters that contributed to it. Strong fortifications and scenic surroundings make these monuments an attraction for tourists from far and wide. Fort Tiracol, a 17th century fort on the northern tip of Goa at the mouth of the Tiracol River, now houses a Boutique Heritage Hotel by Goa Tourism Development Corporation. It has seven exquisite suites with décor that blends well with history and heritage. Reis Magos Fort is located on the northern banks of River Mandovi, across Panjim. A heritage site
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Goa is famous for its Portuguese styled heritage houses in the North and South of Goa, that overwhelms visitors through its vibrant colours and architectural designs of the old Latin quarters. Fontainhas in Panjim, a perfect location to cherish heritage houses, now allure tourists for its heritage hotels and restaurants, and art galleries. Margao, Chandor, Curtorim in South Goa and Saligao, Siolim, Pernem in North Goa are ideal for heritage trails through the quaint towns and villages bedecked by heritage homes. Even though a stay in a heritage house may be expensive, experience of comforts and hospitality and inherited Portuguese legacies is worth it. GTDC conducts walking trails in Fontainhas latin quarter & on Diwar Island.
CHARMING CULTURE The rich cultural heritage of Goa is a stark contrast to the rest of India and leave the visitors spellbound. It is a combination of
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originality and influences with a riot of colour, costumes and creativity. Festivals are the best time to witness Goa’s culture when artists and artisans converge on the streets to showcase local and traditional dances, folklore, and handicrafts. The annual festivals of Ganesh Chaturti, Diwali, Tripurari Poornima, Carnaval, Shigmo offer platforms for tourists to view Goa’s diverse cultures. Traditional folk dances of Goa include Dhalo, Ghode Modni, Kunbi dance, Lamp dance, Goff, Sword dance, Dhangar dance during navratra days, Corredinho Portuguese dance etc., and a boat cruise along River Mandovi is a perfect way to take a glimpse of many of the traditional Goan dance forms.
GOAN GOURMETS This aspect of Goa’s heritage is tempting! Goa’s cuisine is influenced by its Hindu origins, 400 years of Portuguese colonialism and modern techniques. The use of coconut, rice, kokum and use of spices are distinct features. Lip-smacking fish and prawn curry cooked in earthen pots and fish fried or baked over red hot coal is the best meal to enjoy in Goa. To savour authentic Goan food made with rechado or xacuti, visit a heritage
home or a heritage style eatery. Goan smoked sausages and feni makes a good combination. Traditional Goan sweets of bebinca or batiqua, pinagre, dodol made with coconut and coconut juice and jiggery are a must have. When on beach do sip on cool tender coconut water. Besides touring, Goan feast is also an important part of itinerary.
TANTALISING TRADITIONS The warm and hospitable easy going lifestyle along with adaptable customs and traditions is another important aspect of Goan heritage. People are free to follow their respective religions, and its attached customs and traditions. In fact, many of these customs and traditions are seen during festivals, wedding celebrations, feasts and jatras celebrated across the State. Don’t miss out on witnessing some of Goa’s traditional occupations such as basket weaving, pottery, cashew distillation, shell work and handicrafts. Rural Goa offers glimpses of the traditional forms of Goan life and lifestyles. Places like Ancestral Goa gives an insight into the Goan life and occupations of the yester years. On beaches, watch out for the ramponkars casting their nets in the wee hours of the morning. Views of Goa’s salt
pans, salt fish industry and tile painting are mesmerising too. And last but not the least, Goa’s heritage is relished through music that is embedded in the soul of every Goan. The older generations engage in traditional music and drama and the Mando and Tiatrs that are popular even today. Goa’s churches and temples absorbs the tourists into Goan music which is distinct for both Christian and Hindu communities. If you are planning to visit Goa between September and December, do not miss out on Sarvajanik Ganesh Utsavs, the Narkasur parades on the eve of Diwali, Christmas cribs where you will witness communal harmony at its peak. The warmth and hospitality of Goans is brimming and something that one cherishes forever.
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Glimpses of various aspects of Goan rich heritage
(1) View of grandeur Tiracol Fort, North Goa
(2) View of LipSmacking Goan Food
(3) Men performing Ghode Modni, a Goan folk dance
(4) View of Nanu Beach Resort, Betalbatim Goa
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TALE SPIN
An old railway coach lies abandoned and forgotten
Classy cubicles
of Railways The rich legacy of railways, chugging with a luxury retreat, is slowly losing its ground. The pristine sheen of old coaches seems fainting as there is an inflow of new, polished and shiny AC coaches. Archana Sharma
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nce upon a time, trains in India offered classy compartments. They enjoyed all kinds of amenities on board. There were plush carriages (coaches) which were divided into individual cabins or suites. The ultra-luxurious interiors were well-equipped with carpets, electric lights, fans, wood-work, royal-size beds/berths, showers, servant quarters, etc.
QUICK FACTS Some trains that still boast of one or even two FC coaches in western zone are:
19215/16 Mumbai CentralPorbandar Saurashtra Express
19033/34 Ahmedabad-Valsad Gujarat Queen Express
CLASSY COACHES Some of the trains had ‘Air-Conditioning’ facility in First Class, where a big block of ice was lowered into a slot on the floor or on top of the roof. The fans were directed at the block for giving a cooling effect! First Class also had the added luxury of a shower unit. There was electric lighting attached to each berth, providing individual reading lights, and at least two electric ceiling fans. Such was the grandeur of these compartments. These cabins were like a separate room or suites which had their own doors that opened on either side of the carriage to the platform. There were many such rooms in each carriage. It was luxury at its best and such opulence is difficult to be seen anywhere in the world on general trains today. Also, the corridors which we see today in trains were nowhere seen in those times. Each compartment looked like a living room. With four berths, plenty of space, and an attached toilet for every compartment, the First Class coaches portrayed luxury from every nook and corner. COMFORTABLE COUPES However, gradually, the layout of these coaches started to change. There came the ‘corridortype’ First Class coaches that replaced the old and grand First Class coaches. The First Class was limited to a cubicle which had the sliding door and a latch attached to it. The passengers had the choice to close their cubicles
when they wanted and hence the privacy was maintained. These coaches had different compartments namely A, B, C, D, or 1, 2, 3, 4, etc., and had either four or two seats. They offered two seats on each side and open space in between. The two berth variety was known as ‘Coupes’. Coupes had one lower and one upper berth, while the four berth compartments had two lower and two upper berths. There used to be a centre table fixed in between the two seats where passengers kept their lunch boxes and water bottles. On top of this table, a big mirror was installed. Such was the impression of these First Class coaches that people used to look upon with pride after coming out of them. No one could ever enter these cabins until and unless the passenger permitted. Even the ticket checker used to knock the door and then get inside to check tickets. These compartments gave excellent comfort and privacy, which made the long journeys pleasant. They promised a kind of cosiness and privacy with night travel; it was possible to lock the compartment doors and enjoy a good night’s sleep in your reserved compartment. Over the passage of time, these coaches started disappearing from trains, paving the way for AC coaches to come in. THE GREAT TURNAROUND The trend of AC coaches started in 1928 when the Bombay Baroda & Central India Railway introduced an air-conditioned coach on its prestigious train, the Frontier Mail. This was the first train in India to have air-conditioning. It was followed in the 1930s by the East Indian Railway on its premier train, the Delhi-Kalka Mail and was later followed on its CalcuttaBombay Mail.
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Also there are many trains running on Metre Gauge and Narrow Gauge with FC. However, it’s a bitter truth that the FC coaches are seeing the evening of their lives. They are being pulled out in favour of more AC 3 Tier coaches. This is because present day travellers are ready to pay more or less the same amount (or a little higher) for Air Conditioned seats. The high intensity of summers and rising level of pollution are also forcing passengers to prefer AC over Non-AC compartments. Eventually, the usage of First Class in trains has declined at a steady pace. Now, if you want to travel in such compartments which are on threshold to be a part of history, you can explore options on the route you want to travel to, in a few trains, that are still running with these FC ‘coupes’. Get your tickets done in First Class, before they become a part of the ‘extinct species’.
Classy vintage coach
Many stations did offer refreshment rooms and there were Restaurant Cars available with their silver service on important trains. It offered excellent facilities and it was fun walking along the platform to the restaurant car at stations, which were designated in the time table for scheduled lunch or dinner. The hygiene, cuisine and service offered was unmatchable and was of the highest standard. It was managed by a Dining Car Manager who would dress impeccably, complete with a bow tie and tuxedo for the evening meal. He personally inquired each diner about their meal.
QUICK FACTS First, Second and Intermediate classes offered passengers well-defined upholstered accommodation, superior fittings and luxury.
And for those who have enjoyed the charm of travelling in First Class, let those memories cherish the quality time they had spent in trains during the long journeys. As they slowly disappear from tracks, they leave a few fainted memories in mindset of travellers like me who had always loved to travel in FC compartments. First Class compartments, you will always be missed!
THE LATEST SCENARIO Presently, there are many high-profile trains which earlier had the FC (First Class, as commonly mentioned in railway jargon), but now it has been replaced by the First AC and Second AC coaches.
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Earlier, railways had 4 classes of carriages & each offered quite an experience.
First and Second class passengers enjoyed immense privacy and comfort.
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The Intermediate Class served the 5 berth variety, with a central lower berth.
Third Class and the last class on the railways had wooden seats, no fans, etc.
TALE SPIN
Coaches of 21st century Trains today, are being given a glitzy sheen. They look appealing and aesthetic, and ready to script a new success story in the history of Indian Railways. These are sure to woo you to travel.
HUMSAFAR
GATIMAAN
Humsafar train coaches come equipped with CCTVs, fire safety devices, integrated Braille displays, GPS-based passenger information displays and announcement systems. The coaches also have adequate mobile and laptop charging points. They keep the hygiene and cleanliness factors in mind and come equipped with bio-toilets and newly designed dustbins.
MAHAMANA
Running on the New Delhi-Varanasi route thrice a week, Mahamana train boasts of one First Class AC coach, one AC 2-tier coach, nine sleepers, four General Class bogies and two Second Class coaches. There are ergonomically designed ladders. Also the coaches have better big mirrors, platform washbasins, controlled discharged water tap, and more. The conventional window curtains have been replaced with powered venetian blinds and roller blinds. The number of mobile/laptop charging points have been increased. LED-based berth indicatorscum-night lights for reserved coaches help passengers to board trains at night.
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This new high-speed train running from New Delhi to Agra comes along with automatic sliding doors, free Wi-Fi, more food options, television screens on each seat and train hostesses to greet passengers. The train has 10 coaches that include eight airconditioned chair car (AC CC) coaches and two executive class bogies with a total of 715 seats.
TEJAS
TALGO
Talgo train has two Executive Class cars, four Chair Cars, a cafeteria, a power car and a tail-end coach for staff and equipment. The Executive Class is the premium coach with 20 seats in each, that provide ample leg space. There is a wooden pull-out table for keeping food and other items. There are television sets on top for displaying information about train speed, location, etc. The aisle has ample room for movement. The General Coaches can seat up to 36 people. The seats are quite comfortable, spacious and have ample leg-room. The First Class coaches have restrooms and shower units.
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Tejas coaches promise high-tech entertainment units, Wi-Fi facility and integrated braille displays. The Executive Class and Chair Cars are equipped with 22 new features, including entertainment screens for each passenger, phone sockets, and LED boards. It is equipped with CCTV, and fire and smoke detection and suppression systems. The water level indicators in bio-vacuum toilets, sensorised taps, and hand driers are addon features. Tejas coaches also promise digital destination boards, and electronic passenger reservation charts. It also offers tea and coffee vending machines, magazines and snack tables.
CABIN CONVERSATIONS
A trip down
memory lane For model-turned-actor Anuritta K Jha, trains bring back memories of her childhood, mischief, and lots more. Shillpi A Singh
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belong to the generation that grew up travelling on trains. Both long and short distances were mostly covered by train. Railways used to be the only mode of transport for those like me who lived in small towns and come from middle-class families,” said actor of this year’s National Award-Winning Maithili language film, Mithila Makhaan. Anuritta hails from a family of writers in Bihar. Her grandfather Upendra Nath Jha ‘Vyas’ was a renowned Maithili litterateur and Sahitya Akademi Award winning author, while her uncles are acclaimed poets and writers. She spent her early years in Katihar where her parents, Dr Shailendra K Jha and Bhanu Jha, both well-known economists, taught and lived. It was during those days that she used to travel by trains to meet her maternal grandparents, who lived in Kehunia, a village in Katihar district, situated on Bihar and West Bengal border. CHILDHOOD MEMORIES “There was a palpable excitement in the air as our family of four prepared for the train journey. On an average, an hour-long journey by the passenger train number 55704, originating from Katihar and going towards Malda Town, used to take not less than three hours. My brother and I used to be the happiest for it meant a lot of fun, during the trip and even after reaching our grandparent’s place when we fought over seeking their undivided attention, love and care.” The first fight between them used to be for the ticket as to who will go and buy it. “Obviously, the older one, my brother got to do the honours always,” she said. With the score between the siblings at 1-0, the next fuss was about checking weight at the huge red weighing scale that used to dole out a small cardboard ticket with a beautiful thought printed on the other side. “I used to win this round without fail. After grabbing coins from my mother, I would be the first one to rush to get myself weighed. My brother often came second,” Jha reminisced with a chuckle.
Know Her From modelling, Anuritta Jha made a stunning debut as Shama Parveen in Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs of Wasseypur 2 . She played the role of Preeto, in Jugni. In Moonlight Cafe, she is playing the role of a chef. She won Channel V’s ‘Get Gorgeous Contest’ in 2007.
From the ticket counter, the scene of action then shifted to the platform. “The coolie bowled us with his Superman act, carrying the entire luggage along, up and down the stairs, with ease,” said an awe-struck Jha. “Now all of us had to wait for the train to arrive. To while away the time, it was customary to buy some groundnuts or bhel (spiced puffed rice).” The mere sighting of the train making an entry ensued a mad rush of passengers. Jha’s family, with luggage in tow, would be the last to board and quietly make their way to an empty window seat. Here round three between the siblings used to happen. “The battle for the window seat often used to end in a draw as the occupant of another window seat would inevitably show some magnanimity and voluntarily abdicate his seat for one of us. The view outside the window while the train was in motion made the fight worth it,” she said. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 49
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We made good friends during our train journeys. These were the little joys of a simpler life. and shouting along, the intertwining of wires of the electric poles dancing along the tracks, the vendors screaming their lungs out on the stations, the hide and seek of the slippers in the bogey or the Antakshari that she used to play, entertaining all other passengers as well. “The very thought of being confined in a train compartment for three days seems a tiring thought today but as a kid, I used to love every bit of those long trips to Pilani from Katihar. I thank my parents for taking so much effort to give us the best education.” All along, it was fun watching the train whiz past another train on the opposite track, halting at each station, and sometimes in between as well, waiting for the green signal. The Pranpur station was closest to Jha’s maternal village, and she remembers a big Gulmohar tree perched over the wooden benches, a natural shade for the travel-weary people, and a small tin-covered room that served as the ticket counter. “The landscape looked like a beautiful painting,” she said. NOSTALGIC JOURNEYS Jha was bundled off to a boarding school in Pilani, Rajasthan, when she was eight. From Katihar to Pilani, the train used to be the best bet. It was an arduous journey of three days. “It was like a three-day picnic in the train. We used to bond well with co-passengers; it was fun sharing food and playing games with them. As kids, we used to run around the entire compartment as if it was our playground.” Recounting those days when hi-tech gadgets were not around, a traveller cared to talk and befriend his co-passenger. “We made good friends on many such occasions. These were little joys of a simpler life.”
QUICK FACT While filming Gangs of Wasseypur 2 , she would observe Nawaz Siddiqui and Manoj Bajpai, learning about the process of getting into one’s character.
Jha’s busy schedules might have denied her the pleasure of taking a trip down memory lane on a train, but she tries to relive it in some measures by becoming the engine by blowing air out of the mouth and running around the house with her nephews holding her tightly behind like two compartments. “It is a priceless memory that time can never return, but I want to make most of it in whatever little way I can,” she said nostalgically.
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From Pilani, she moved to Delhi to study fashion and from there entered the modelling world and soon landed in Mumbai after winning Channel V’s ‘Get Gorgeous Contest’ in 2007, serving as a perfect launchpad for her film career. She moved to the big screen and made a stunning debut as Shama Parveen in Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs of Wasseypur 2. It was followed by the lead role in Maithili language film Mithila Makhaan, where she essays the role of Maithili, a fine arts graduate who returns to her flood-ravaged village and runs an NGO for the promotion of Mithila paintings, and in the process, she provides a decent livelihood to thousands of rural women. “The film gave me an opportunity to connect with my mother tongue, Maithili.” The film is all set to hit the theatres soon. Her other notable releases include Jugni and Moonlight Cafe.
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DREAM SCAPE
Jal Mahal, the star of
Deeg
The lesser-known of the water palaces in Rajasthan, this one is not just a palace but a complex of palaces Manish Ray
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hey say the eye generally misses something that is nearer. Arguably one of the most fascinating of all Rajasthan’s palaces, Deeg’s Jal Mahal is indeed an example of a forgotten jewel. Lying relatively unknown and hidden in the far east of Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district, in the remote town of Deeg that can be visited
while passing between Alwar and Bharatpur, this palace has always been losing out to its more illustrious counterparts in Agra and Jaipur. But one look at this impressive complex in marble and sandstone, and you sure would be rating it among the best in the country. THE ROYAL RETREAT This marvel of a complex of monuments,
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Deeg Palace is an impressive complex in marble and sandstone
QUICK FACTS The Jal Mahal of Deeg has around 900 fountains. The fountains operate twice a year during the amavasya festivals in February and September. The September fair is when the palace complex comes alive. Shamsher Bahadur, son of Baji Rao I and Mastani, died in Deeg due to wounds sustained at the Third Battle of Panipat.
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standing elegantly amid beautifully laid out gardens, was the region’s Jat rulers’ answer to Mughal splendour. Deeg, which finds mention in Skanda Purana as Dirghapura and lies within the range of famous 12-km Govardhan parikrama, was the first headquarters of the Jat kingdom. This is also the place where the Jats successfully fought off an 80,000-strong army of Mughals and Marathas combined. Completed in 1772 as a summer resort for the royal family, an endeavour of Raja Suraj Mal, a walk through this palace with the musky smell of water for the company is a blissful chapter in history and architecture. The two huge water tanks, Gopal Sagar and Rup Sagar, stand on either side, not only provide cooling effect but also create a romantic setting for the uninitiated. The reflection of the palace in the algae-full green water can make anyone get enchanted with the whole setting.
Keoladeo National Park/Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is a World Heritage Site.
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Once you enter the compounds of the palace, first thing to capture your sight and heart is the exquisite place for swing next to the entrance. Said to have been brought from Delhi’s Red Fort when Suraj Mal conquered Delhi, the swing is believed to have belonged to Noor Jahan, the wife of Mughal emperor Jehangir. GRANDEUR OF THE PALACE Gopal Bhawan is the only area of the palace that is still fully furnished. The largest of all the palaces in the complex, it used to serve as the royal residence of the king. The lower floor of the double-storeyed building was meant for meeting visitors and holding administrative consultations. The impressive and grand first floor, a huge bedroom to add to it, was for king’s relaxation. The
Taj Mahal: Any chance of a date with the Taj should never be missed.
Lohagarh Fort: it is one of the strongest forts ever built in the Indian history.
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But like any palace, the most beautiful part of this water palace is also the quarters for the queens -- Suraj Bhawan. Initially built in sandstone, the palace was later clad in marble, lending it the perfect elegance and charm. A perfectly symmetrical garden is surrounded on all sides by royal chambers and servants’ quarters.
The elaborately-carved pillars, doors and domes point at the magnificence of their past
This beautiful complex of monuments was the Jat rulers’ answer to Mughal splendour elaborately-carved pillars, doors and domes point at the magnificence of their past. Adding to that are exclusive and lavish furniture, royal belongings, tapestries and a lot more. There is a pair of stuffed elephant feet too which is believed to have been preserved in honour of the huge tusker that died while trying to break open the gate of the Red Fort in Delhi.
How to reach: Deeg has a railway station but very few trains stop here. Bharatpur railway station is 34 km from Deeg and at a similar distance is Mathura, which is a junction and very well connected. Alwar is 72 km and Agra around 100 km.
THE UNIQUE FEATURE On Keshav Bhawan’s rooftop is the reservoir that sets Deeg’s palace apart from the Jal Mahals of Jaipur and Udaipur. This is the brain of the body of exquisite and one-ofits-kind network of fountains you would notice in the middle of the palace and between different bhawans. There are four wells that supplied water to the reservoir and the water then flowed through pipes to the water passages and fountains within the palace. The brilliance of fountains is on display every September during a week-long fair when packets of colour are inserted inside various canals to make the colourful water amaze all. If all these bhawans were not enough, there are Kishan Bhawan and Nand Bhawan too. In addition, there is the Purana Mahal which was built by Suraj Mal’s father Badan Singh. Though not as impressive as its successor, the old palace perhaps started the tradition of elaborate interiors and artwork. The newer ones not only matched it but bettered it by a score.
However, the artefact that stuns and impresses at the same time is the ‘Musal Chowki’. The black marble throne-like platform was also a part of the loot from Delhi which was actually a platform for keeping dead bodies. Upon the realisation, it lies there untouched. Adjacent to Gopal Bhawan are Sawan and Bhadon Bhawan which were used for recreational purposes. The unique buildings are weather proof and two-thirds of them remain submerged in water, with their upper floors adorned with filigreed jharokhas. 56 | Rail Bandhu -September 2016
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IN FOCUS
GRAND VISION TO
TAKE UP AHEAD The development model for UP, as envisioned by the young and dynamic Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, takes everyone into consideration, to ensure true holistic development and welfare
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ttar Pradesh is moving fast towards becoming one of the top States in India in terms of development (in cities and villages) and providing facilities to the people for healthcare, education and recreation.
AGREEMENT WITH NETHERLAND To give an edge to the people of the State for achieving high quality in various aspects of development and for learning new skills, the UP Government has also sought the expertise of developed countries. A major achievement in this regard is the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the UP Government and the Government of Netherlands. The two Governments will also work together for development of smart cities, power expertise in industry, cycle tracks, agriculture, dairy and horticulture. The MoU in this regard was signed in July by the Dutch Ambassador Alphonsus Stoelinga and the UP Chief Secretary,
Other than this, the Dutch government would also help in cleaning the Yamuna in Agra and in sewage treatment. According to the MoU, Netherlands would assist UP in solid waste management, urban development and infrastructure, water management, water supply, cleanliness of water resources, sewage treatment, transport management and revival of water bodies.
Akhilesh Yadav, Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
Deepak Singhal, in the presence of the UP Chief Minister at his official residence. For providing facilities and agri-techniques to farmers of the State, a skill development centre would be established in UP with the cooperation of Netherlands. With this facility, the farmers would get information of not only food processing but also of how modern techniques can be used for better production of sugarcane, potato, dairy development and flowers.
The UP Chief Minister had, during his visit to Netherlands in September 2014, closely observed the remarkable work done by the Dutch in sectors like dairy, flower production and sale, food processing and sewage treatment. Thereafter, he had asked the State government officers to make the best use of the expertise of Netherlands, following which the MoU was signed.
AN AMBITIOUS STEP Another highly ambitious MoU on skill development has been signed by the State government with the mobile handset making company Lava International Ltd, for providing training and employment to the youth of the State. The agreement was signed by UPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Minister of Technical Education and Skill Development, Mehboob Ali and Managing Director of Lava International
Dutch ambassador with the Chief Minister of UP after signing the MoU
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It would also help in land reclamation of 1500 acres in the Ganga basin in Kanpur and development of cultural heritage. The Chief Minister informed that by works undertaken under the MoU, income of farmers would increase and that agriculture production would increase, dairy industry would be modernised and modern technology would be introduced in the foodprocessing industry. The MoU would also boost the agro-processing industry, especially units based on potato and many new jobs would also be created.
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Hari Om Rai. Under the agreement, the company will provide technical and professional training to the youth that will enable them to get jobs. The programme will be conducted and coordinated by the UP Skill Development Mission (UPSDM). Also, Lava International has announced that over the next four years the company will provide professional and technical training to about 10,000 youngsters. The UPSDM is making efforts to provide new avenues and opportunities for the youth through specialized placements agencies not only in the State but also in other parts of the country. As a part of the overall skill development initiative undertaken by the Government of India that aims at providing the required training to the youth of the country, the Chief Minister has emphasized that the Government of UP will encourage companies that will provide training to the youth to increase their employability.
DEVELOPMENT OF RIVERFRONTS Rivers are the lifeline of a country and UP is fortunate to have some of the major rivers criss-cross its territory. In addition to the vital role the rivers play in irrigation, water supply and maintaining ecological balance, they also serve as window to our civilization and development. Cleanliness and beauty of the rivers are a reflection to the wellbeing of our people. As part of this thought, the government of UP has launched a major project to develop the riverfront of three major rivers – the Gomti, Varuna and Yamuna. While work for the Gomti riverfront development project is nearing completion in Lucknow, work on Varuna in Varanasi and on Yamuna in Mathura is fast coming up. The Gomti riverfront development project extends for more than 12 km on each side of the river in Lucknow, from Pucca Pul to Shaheed Path. Work on the project is being coordinated by the State’s Irrigation Department. It is inspired by international
Proposed layout of Gomti riverfront development project
projects of Tokyo, wetland area near Putrajaya Lake in Malaysia, Danube River in Vienna, and the Thames in London. Construction of 12-15-metre deep diaphragm wall on both sides, six metres above the water level, to strengthen the banks and form a regular channel for even water flow is nearing completion. Along with it, the department is also working on a plan to connect the Gomti with a tributary of the Sharda Canal to maintain smooth supply during dry weather. Jal Nigam and Lucknow Nagar Nigam have been asked to ensure that no sewage flows into the river directly. In Varanasi, riverfront development on the Varuna river has also been sanctioned and work has already started. It includes removing encroachment from the riverbed and acquiring private land and buildings falling in the demarcated area of the project, dredging of the riverbed, construction of diaphragm and anchor walls on both sides, additional drainage lines on both sides of the river. In the final phase, fresh water would be brought in the Varuna from Ganga through a channel while other work including developing of green belt, construction of road, cycling zones, jogging parks and gardens would also be done. The Yamuna riverfront development project is among the State Government’s priority projects. Work is in progress to divert the route of Yamuna so that development can be
Riverfront beautification includes landscaping, illumination of bridges, construction of a stadium, cycling and jogging pathways, development of parks, children’s play area, sports tracks and deploying boating facility
done properly and quickly. The river narrows down in the summertime because of no water discharge from Hathani Kund. Only sewer water flows in the river during this time. The development plan includes the extra discharge of 550 cusecs water of Ganga water from the Harnaul Escape, which would come through the Maat branch canal. This will give sufficient pure water in the river so that devotees can perform rituals and take a holy bath. Other elements of the development include a park, forest area and walk way along the river front to boost tourism. Water level will also be sufficiently maintained so that the river can flow up to the ghats and small boats can also easily float in it.
JPNI CONVENTION CENTRE The Jai Prakash Narayan International (JPNI) Convention Centre in Lucknow is an iconic signature building nearing completion in Lucknow. Situated near the Gomti river bank in Gomtinagar, it comprises several facilities ranging from an aquatic center, a sports center, a business center, a museum and a hotel along with sufficient parking space. It also has guest houses, library, seminar hall, conference hall, swimming pool, diving pool, kids’ pool, lawn tennis court, multi-purpose court, health centre, gymnasium and spa, mother kitchen and open air restaurant. Situated over 18 acres, it aims to emerge as a major learning and research centre on culture and arts. It will also facilitate publication of research papers, books and newsletters.In time to come, it will become a major centre for organizing programmes, research and recreational activities with world-class stay facilities.
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A force to reckon with
Lata Mangeshkar In her incredible career of 75 years, Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar has given back more than what she achieved. In an exclusive conversation with Rail Bandhu, the nightingale recalled many watershed moments of her career, which eventually led to big trends in the film industry Karan Bhardwaj
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s much as her singing prowess, it is Lata Mangeshkar’s dignified humility and simplicity that steal your heart the moment you speak to her. Yes, it is difficult to get through to the media-shy and reclusive singer, but who other than the lady herself would have appreciated our consistent efforts of convincing her to give this interview? After all, the legitimate ‘Voice of India’ has been ruling our hearts for some seven decades, and has definitely left an indelible mark on each heart that beats in this nation or the entire subcontinent, or across the world. Without doubt, she is India’s most celebrated vocalist who’s set an unsurpassable benchmark in the annals of Hindi film music. However, a legend is made not just from their body of work, but also from what they give back to the society. In this interview, she reveals lesser-known facets of much-discussed milestones of her career. You are completing 75 active years in the music industry, a sort of world record. Did you ever think you would come this far? How I got into the film industry or how much I sang or achieved, was totally up to God’s will. All I knew was that I had to work relentlessly as I had no other option. After my father’s death, being the eldest daughter, I had to assume responsibilities of my family. But I was very particular about my work. Though I never contemplated results, I wanted to tap my skills in the best possible manner. I would not have wanted complaints from music directors saying I didn’t do justice to their compositions. Today, I feel numb when people tell me that I have been singing for some 75 years. I am blessed by my parents and God. Even your siblings, Asha Bhosle, Usha Mangeshkar, Hridaynath Mangeshkar, Meena Khadikar, created musical legacies. I would call it a miracle. ‘Kuch upar ka he hain ye’. (There’s some divine intervention). Asha is known globally for her vast repertoire of songs. Usha and Hridaynath too possess a great body of work. Hridaynath went into 62 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
Hall of Fame National Award for Best Female Playback Singer 1972: Parichay 1974: Kora Kagaz 1990: Lekin...
Filmfare Awards
1958: Aaja Re Pardesi 1962: Kahi Deep Jale Kahi Dil 1969: Aap Mujhe Achhe Lagne Lage 1994: Didi Tera Devar Deewana
Padma Bhushan 1969
Padma Vibhushan 1999
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composing music and has delivered several memorable albums. My sister, Meena, is very popular in Maharashtra. She used to compose songs for children which got very popular. Your brother Hridaynath’s albums featuring works of Meera, Kabir and Ghalib earned him a cult status. But have not seen him much in films? He is like my chhota guru. I find his music out of this world. He has always been selective and never wanted to do too many films. He was happy doing non-filmy albums. His albums on Meera, like Meera Bhajans and Chala Vahi Des, which were recorded by me, have set a benchmark in the industry. In fact, I recently learnt that Mehdi Hassan sahab, who’s rendered as the king of ghazals, loved listening to our compositions of Ghalib in the penultimate moments of his life. For me, it’s a huge compliment coming from a legend.
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Outside work, who influenced your thoughts? I used to look up to poet and lyricist Narendra Sharma, who was a fatherly figure to me. He taught me about spirituality. I would often speak to him to calm down during tough times. He used to narrate Sanskrit shloks from Vedas, Gita and other old scriptures. I would take his advice and sail through difficulties peacefully. He used to tell me, ‘Beta kabhi kisi ke bare me galat mat kaho’ (Never badmouth about anyone). I had similar relations with Kolhapurbased Bhaiji Baba. ‘Vo bhi achhi achhi baate karte the jivan ke baare mein’ (Even he used to talk good things about life).
You have worked with some of the best known music composers. How did they help you hone your vocals? I have always been a student, someone willing to learn. My father used to tell me whoever helps you improve your music is your guru. I have observed music directors, their working style and paid attention to their specific requirements in a song. I studied classical music under the tutelage of Ustad Aman Ali Khan (Bhendibazaar gharana) and Amanat Khan Devaswale. Composer Anil (Krishna) Biswas taught me how to breathe in front of the microphone without breaking the taal. Master Ghulam Haider, who gave me the major break in the film industry, was very particular about pronunciation. He explained that one must consider the heroine in question and her situation in the track. Nushad (Ali) sahab taught me correct pronunciation in Urdu. Geniuses like Madan Mohan, Jaidev, Salil Chaudhury, Shankar Jaiskishan, Ghulam Mohammad, SD Burman, RD Burman and others have influenced my work. 64 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
I have observed music directors, their working style and paid attention to their specific requirements in a song
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The playback singers were not given recognition until you pressed for it in late 40s. How did this happen? It is difficult for me to explain how this concept came up. Before Mahal (1949), music records registered the names of characters performing the songs on screen. Aayega Aanewala, which was initially credited to Kamini, the character played by Madhubala, was the turning point in that case. When All India Radio played the track, their phone lines were jammed with calls enquiring the name of the vocalist. They received stacks of letters requesting the identity of the voice. Ultimately, AIR had to announce my name. After that, I requested Raj Kapoor to start giving credit to the playback singers. His next film Barsaat, released in the same year, started this new trend. How you convinced Filmfare to start honouring playback singers and lyricists, a trend which flourished in all award functions thereafter. When Filmfare awards were constituted in 1950s, there was no recognition of playback singers. After four or five editions, Shankar Jaikishan bagged the award for Best Song in 1956 for Rasik Balma (Chori Chori). They requested me to perform the song on stage at the award night. I refused to oblige. I told them ‘Aapke gaane me aapko award mila hai, to aap bajaiye... Agar vo playback singer ko bhi dete, toh mai bhi gaati aapke sath’. Mr JC Jain, the man behind Filmfare awards, called me. I explained to him that though Hollywood
SILVER RAKE
The evergreen singer across the years, having enthralled hearts across the nation and the world
movies are not known for music, they give recognition to its singers. Whereas Indian Cinema is incomplete without songs so how can we snub vocalists and lyricists? ‘During the conversation, he promised to start the new category for singers and lyricists from the following year. Lekin maine kaha jab aap shuru karenge, mai tabhi aakar gaungi. Award chaahe kisi ko bhi mile, mai aa jaungi (I told him I will sing only when you start honouring playback singers. No matter who wins the award, I will come and perform). Finally, the new categories were introduced in 1958. For Madhumati, the entire music team was honoured including me (singer), Shailendra (lyricist) and Salil Choudhury (music director). What led you to give up the Filmfare award? I knew I would get most of it because almost every film had my songs. So I requested them to stop considering me for the award to promote fresh talent. My last Filmfare was for Aap Mujhe Achhe Lagne Lage. After that, a lot of other singers began to receive the trophy. It made me really happy. ‘Har saal main lekar aa jaun ghar me, mujhe ye achha nahi laga.’ 66 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
Did you know? Lata Mangeshkar created music for four Marathi films under a pseudonym Anand Ghan.
Two of Lata Mangeshkar’s songs from the movie Dil Tujhko Diya - Tera Sang Pyaar Mein and Wada Na Tod - were used as background score in the movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004) starring Jim Carrey.
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In the last 15 years, you have recorded a lot of ghazals and devotional music with composer Mayuresh Pai. How do you find his work? Mayuresh contacted me through my sister Usha for a recording. I liked his composition called Mere Sai and recorded it. Later, he came up with some poems by Atal Bihari Vajpayee (former PM). Then I recorded many bhajans for him. We also did one ghazal album Saadgi, which was written by Javed (Akhtar) saab. Now Mayuresh has joined my label (Lata Mangeshkar Music). He is a talented composer. Isn’t it challenging to run a music label (Lata Mangeshkar Music)? It is... because people don’t buy records anymore. Everything has gone online. We also had big plans for LM label. I wanted to record devotional music in different religions. Your views on reality shows with children? I’m against this concept. Reality shows ruin life of children. They may sing on a stage but they are unlikely to get work in films. In this game of recognition and glamour, they get distracted from their studies. Parents keep hounding them to perform better.
MODERN MARVEL
Lightening
speed The Euroduplex is said to be the fastest double-deck train to run on the European rail networks, meeting all the requirements without many changes in the infrastructure
Average speed of Euroduplex train is
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510 passengers in one go. Later, the bogies were reduced to a 13 from 16, with a marginal reduction in the vibration and noise. With a new wave of development, the second generation TGV trains were produced with a new asynchronous drive system derived from the POS system in the single level TGV. RECORD-BREAKING FACTS With the third generation trains, these high speed trains have the capacity to accommodate 1,020 passengers. Talking about the speed, this train zips at a speed of 320 km/h. The number of bogies is lesser than the first and second generation TGV trains. Limited energy consumption, reduced noise, and lesser vibration; this train certainly set the bar higher for future generation trains.
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INDIA’S FIRST MEDICAL
TECHNOLOGY ZONE Andhra Pradesh is emerging as a manufacturing hub for medical devices with establishment of India’s first Medical Technology Manufacturing Park, Andhra Med Tech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam
AMTZ will make the State an internationally recognised manufacturing hub. In picture: (left) AMTZ Investors' Summit 2016; (right) AMTZ Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony
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edical device manufacturing sector has remained nascent in the country, leading to tremendous import dependency and high cost of medical products and services. To address this situation, government of Andhra Pradesh envisaged to establish country’s first Medical Technology Manufacturing Park at Visakhapatnam. This progressive initiative will help in the national agenda for reducing imports, generate employment and make the State a leader in medical technology exports by contributing to volume generated cost reduction of medical devices for patients. In a meeting organised on 6th November, 2015, N Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh shared his vision on this important project with Medical Devices Manufacturing Associations, Central Government officials and State Health Authorities. The creation of such a park is based on the fact that manufacturing of medical devices requires high investment facilities that are quite capital-intensive for individual manufacturers. A park, with these facilities in-house, will help manufacturers reduce the cost of manufacturing by more than 40%-50%. Currently, due to lack of such centrally located shareable facilities, either manufacturers do not undertake production
of technologies requiring them or send their products abroad for process upgradation and value addition. The park would be located in an area that is well connected with railways, roadways, waterways and airways with the presence of Industrial Corridors, Port and Harbour to reduce logistical costs. Along with these in-house capital-intensive scientific facilities required by most medical device manufacturers, the park will have 150-175 independent modern state-of-theart manufacturing units, each built with ready-to-use area of around 1 acres. The state government would develop approximately 270 acres of land for this project. The Foundation Stone was laid on August 19, 2016 by the N Chandrababu Naidu in presence of Venkaiah Naidu, Ananthkumar, Y S Chowdary, Dr Kameneni Srinivas (Health Minister, Andhra Pradesh), Dr Poonam Malakondaiah (Principal Secretary, Health) and Dr Jitendar Sharma. He interacted with prospective manufacturers and service providers during the AMTZ Investors’ Summit 2016. The Chief Minister launched the AMTZ Investors’ Brochure. It is available on AMTZ’s official website www.AMTZ. in The bookings shall open on October 02, 2016. All investment towards land development, and building of common facilities would be done by the State Government
The park would include following facilities: • Component Testing centre • Electro-magnetic interference laboratory • Medical grade low vacuum, cabinet and injection molding centres • 3D designing and printing for medical grade products • Sterilization & Toxicity testing centre • Radiation testing centre • Gamma Irradiation facility • Rapid Prototyping Centre • Industrial R&D and Incubation Centre • Warehousing and Regulator’s office
with support of Central Government through Andhra Pradesh Med Tech Zone Pvt. Ltd. – an SPV established under Andhra Pradesh’s Department of Health, Medical and Family Welfare. The AMTZ team is led by Dr Jitender Shrama, CEO and the brain behind this project. Other members include Dr Pankaj Parashar (VP, Technical), Manish Gangal (VP, Operations), Vipin Das Ramachandran (VP, Finance) and Nitin Bharadwaj, (VP, HR & Admin). For further queries, please contact: Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone Ltd. Hill No. 2, IT Park, VSEZ, Madhurwada, Visakhapatnam – 530045 Phone: 08885092122 | Website: www.AMTZ.in Email: amtz.in@gmail.com
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HERITAGE HALT
Riches
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t felt surreal standing in the middle of Hampi’s Main Bazaar Street as we arrived at the break of dawn. There was calm on the streets before tourists, vendors and tour guides started pouring in. Morning rituals at the nearby temples had started and we were enjoying their melodies. As the morning brightened, the town came alive, and it wasn’t long before the 1,600 surviving remains began interacting with us, excited to share stories they’ve been collecting since Hampi’s early civilisation in the 1st Century. We were all ears and set to explore Hampi, the once capital city under the Vijayanagara Empire, admired for its group of temples displaying Dravidian architecture marked with massive dimensions, lofty towers and decorated pillared entrances. The buildings here were built over a period of 200 years and their evolving architectural influences are a sign of a fast developing religious and political environment of the period, which is a study by itself.
KRISHNA TEMPLE Was built by the king (Krishnadevaraya) in 1513 AD to celebrate the conquest of the eastern kingdom of Udayagiri or Utkala (in the present day Odisha State).
The 10 temples here are dedicated to many gods, however, Virupaksha, the patron deity of the Vijayanagara rulers, is most respected. The Virupaksha Temple, oldest in Hampi, holds the deity’s image and a Shiv Linga. The main mandapa is surrounded by smaller temples on the east and the north. Usually this is the first temple to be visited in Hampi. Exiting it, the Bazaar Street leads to Matunga 70 | Rail Bandhu -September 2016
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Hill, at the base of which impressively sits a massive monolithic Bull. Considered to be Lord Shiva’s carrier, Nandi, it looks over his Linga in the Virupaksha Temple. The hill’s western end has steps to reach the top; however, the climb is very risky with slippery stone steps. The view is breathtaking though, overlooking the plush green paddy fields across the river to the North, Hemakuta Hill to the West, well-spread Achyutaraya Temple in the East, Elephant Stable and Royal Fort ruins to its South. Its height mutes the sound of the busy streets and silence prevails. Moving further East, the most compelling structure is the Vijaya Vittala Temple, counted among the best sculptures in Hampi. Its architecture and display of craftsmanship on its pillars and roof is exemplary. The Kalyana Mandapa and Utsava Mandapa are beautifully carved with images of angels, lotus, swans, yoga postures, and horses. The sharpness they’ve retained is impressive. The musical pillars at the Sangeetha Madapa glorify the architectural genius here, and it’s nearly impossible to not be left charmed. Varying in weight, width and cavity, the pillars were played to produce different musical notes and create an orchestral feel. Yet, the Stone Chariot parked at the entrance hogs all the limelight. The grand chariot is made with rough quartz and pictures of hunters, soldiers, Portuguese, Arab and
QUICK FACTS 1800
The ruins of Hampi were discovered by Colonel Colin Mackenzie
1343 to 1565
Hampi was one of the best areas of the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire
1440-1540
Vijaynagar had about 500,000 inhabitants (supporting 0.1% of the global population)
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The 1st historical record of Hampi dates back to
1 CE
The most compelling structure is the Vijaya Vittala Temple, counted among the best sculptures in Hampi Persiant traders have been depicted. It’s also testimony to its religious rituals. Moving towards the Royal Centre in the South, en-route we made four main stops. The first was the Mustered Ganesha. The giant 12 feet monolithic Ganesha is still worshipped by the royal family each year. It is also considered the entry point to the main Hampi town, and thus, a mark of good beginnings as per Hindu tradition. Travelling further, we reached the Krishna Temple. The entrance gates are decorated by carved pillars displaying the seven avatars of Lord Vishnu, including Rama, Krishna, Shiva, and Buddha. A step inside and you’re welcomed by two Apsaras which then was a sign of royalty. The idol once placed here in the inner sanctum was brought from Udaigiri, however, it is now placed in the museum of Madras as one of the only surviving idols. Carvings on the pillars 72 | Rail Bandhu -September 2016
TRIVIA Ugra Narasimha is the largest statue in Hampi. Narasimha is sitting on the coil of a giant sevenheaded snake called Sesha. The heads of the snake act as the hood above his head. The god sits in a cross-legged Yoga position with a belt supporting the knees. Sometimes this is referred as Ugra Narasimha (i.e. Narasimha in its terrifying form). The protruding eyes and the facial expression are the basis for this name.
depict events from the King Krishnadevaraya’s life and are meticulously executed. The roofs display tones from the Chinese architecture. It’s interesting how Hampi was a rich trading hub once and the ties were strong enough to not only learn from various cultures but to showcase their influences in the temples’ architecture too. Further ahead from the temple is the idol of Ugra Narasima, and at 22 feet, it is the biggest in Hampi. It was broken during the Deccan Muslim confederacy in 1565. Though without a temple surrounding it, the idol stands strong unprotected, which is admirable. Badavilinga, sitting next to the Ugra Narasima, is the biggest Linga in Hampi. Badavi, meaning poor, suggests that the Linga was commissioned by peasant woman. The sanctum on which it
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The domes on the stable are not unified in design and are of various shapes stands is always covered with water from the river Tungabhadra. Once you get to the Royal Centre, the temples fade away to make space for military, royal, and urban setups. It has its own allure, and displays skillful and harmoniously integrated town and defence architecture, along with multi-cultural blend in design. The Elephant Stable and Queen’s Bath are blends of IndoIslamic architecture, indicating a highly evolved multi-religious, multi-ethnic society. The domes on the stable are not unified in design and are of various shapes, which we learnt later was only for decoration purposes. Given that elephants have long been a sign of Hindu royalty, having Muslim domes atop Elephants’ stables speaks of undeniable unity between the two religions assertively. Adding to this is the Lotus Mahal, a Hindu-Muslim architectural mix again. This mortar building remains cool even in the summer heat thanks to the water channels that ran through it. It may have been the resting place for the queen with beautifully kept gardens. The centerpiece of the Royal Centre, however, is the Mahanavami Dibba. The 22 feet high 80 square feet platform is suggested to be the seating area for the king to enjoy a wide panoramic view during competitions, festivities and other celebrations. The carvings surrounding the platform display hunting scenes, hundreds of elephants, dance postures, mythological pictures, person bowing to the
OTHER PLACES TO SEE
Daroji Bear Sanctuary, 15 km away, is home to Indian sloth bears
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Badavi Linga Temple houses the largest Linga image in Hampi
throne, and more. The carvings also suggest international ambassadors from countries with which the empire’s markets would trade with. The underground cellars were used to discuss state secrets and matters of empire safety, alike Diwan-E-Khas in forts.
DID YOU KNOW Hampi, traditionally known as Pampakshetra, Kishkindhakshetra or Bhaskarakshetra, is derived from Pampa, which is the old name of the Tungabhadra River (also Pampa was Lord Bhrumah’s daughter, who was later married to Lord Shiva) on whose southern banks the city is built.
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Across the river is a hill holding atop a Hanuman Mandir. It is believed that he was born here and waited before he met Lord Rama, making Hampi an important site for Ramayana too. The climb comprises of steep 400 steps. The sight from the top is a mine of boulders, greenery, and a river cutting the landscape, curving away and eloping in to the background. The ferry ride to cross the river is an experience of sorts. This side is marred with paddy fields and plots with varied shade of green. The home stays here are occupied by foreign tourists and long stay backpackers and is unlike the other side. With a lot to learn and much to experience, Hampi stays with you even when you leave.
Bellary, 60 km from Hampi, is known for its fort built on top of a hill
Archaeological museum at Kamalapura near Hampi is worth a visit
IN FOCUS
JHARKHAND EMERGING AS HOT
INVESTMENT DESTINATION THE CHANGING JHARKHAND
After initiating multiple ‘ease-of-doing-business’ reforms, the State has vaulted into the top five on DIPP (Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion) rankings
Jharkhand is the most investment-ready state with crystal-clear vision and a robust roadmap. We rank among the best in terms of business reforms and have instituted best practices to fast-forward investments. Investors can act as our key partners in making Jharkhand a developed state by 2020” Jharkhand recently launched ‘Momentum Jharkhand’ campaign. In picture, the chief minister addressing the invstors
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overnment of Jharkhand, for ease of investors, has established a perfect harmony in regulation and facilitation. To achieve this goal, the State government is pursuing action-oriented leadership, to handhold investors at each stage through highly-responsive governance mechanisms and a near-perfect industrial environment. The single-window system drives both expediency and transparency throughout the stages of proposal, planning and implementation. It’s a highly responsive and hassle-free interface to register proposals and requests for approval, provides easy access to all information on procedure, timelines and formats. Proving itself as a major emerging investment destination, Jharkhand got tremendous response from various business groups in neighbouring states including Kolkata. Recently, about two dozen prospective investors had a marathon one-to-one meeting with Chief Minister Raghubar Das. Investors of various sectors such as infra, education, health,
steel, agro-industries, skill development, manufacturing, sports, energy, information technology and mining met the Chief Minister and his high level official delegation with their proposal of investment. The flagship event of the ‘Momentum Jharkhand’ campaign was held in New Delhi on August 4, 2016. This grand curtain raiser was preceded by numerous road shows in various cities such as Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad & Kolkata. These events will culminate in the ‘Momentum Jharkhand Global Investors Summit 2017’, scheduled for 16-17 February 2017. The Summit aims to establish Jharkhand as a premier investment destination for both foreign and domestic investors. The Mumbai roadshow alone received 27 investment proposals worth `1,00,000 crore across focus sectors, besides the critical areas of education, healthcare and skilling. During the roadshows, the Jharkhand Government signed some crucial agreements with global corporations
-Raghubar Das Chief Minister, Jharkhand
such as CISCO and Oracle to impart skilling to prepare for a technology-centric future. Oracle will train the faculty of educational institutes under the ‘Train the Trainer’ model. Two MoUs were also signed with global technology major Hewlett Packard for e-healthcare and tele-education respectively, besides an MoU with cement giant ACC Ltd for capacity expansion. The roadshows have helped in strengthening the State’s networks with Indian enterprises, especially in the MSME sector, critical to ‘Make in Jharkhand’. With 40% of India’s natural mineral reserves, Jharkhand is the backbone of the ‘Make in India’ mission. Its GSDP grew at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2005 to 2015 – Eastern India’s second-fastestgrowing economy. Jharkhand has targeted additional installed energy generation of more than 12 GW by 2018 to emerge as a regional power hub (for Eastern and Northeast India) by 2019. (Written by Kumar Kaushalendra)
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Pangot - A birderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
Paradise About 13 km away from the popular hill station Nanital lies an alluring hamlet, Pangot, tucked amidst the Kumaon Hills. A small, charming village at a height of 6,300 feet, offering striking views of the valley. Text and Photos: Abhishek Tiwari
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Clockwise from top: Oriental White-eye, Rufous-bellied Woodpecker, Verditer Flycatcher and Himalayan Griffon Vulture
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birding paradise, Pangot is home to a colourful and diverse array of birds. There are so many great birds to see in Pangot that each birdwatcher will have his or her own highlights. More than 250 species of birds have been recorded in the area. One can see griffons, jungle fowls, woodpeckers, flycatchers, jays, babblers, magpies, fork tails, laughing thrushes to name a few. Strikingly beautiful is the Kalij pheasant, one of the main attractions for all birdwatchers, and can also be spotted here crossing the roads or trails every now and then. This vibrantly hued bird with glossy blue-black overall body and red wattles, forage along the roadside, clearing and forests. NATURE AT ITS BEST The best way to experience the wilderness is by taking a walk through thick oak forests.
HOW TO REACH The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, 40 km away. Taxis are available and they charge Rs 800-1,000.
CLIMATE September and October offer lush greenery, whereas snowfall takes place in December and January.
STAY There are some cosy cottages, home-stays and tent accommodation with modern amenities available.
Trekking from Pangot to Kilbury forest rest house (15 km to and fro) is a great way to witness the wilderness in its real form. Along the trek one can find a lot of diverse landscapes, flora and fauna. There are deep ravines created in the monsoon and small spring water streams along the way. One can go up to Naina peak which is the highest point of Nanital. A panoramic view from 8,622 ft above sea level is just breathtaking. On a clear day, one can see snow-capped peaks of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Nanda Ghunti to name a few. Other than Kilbury trek, there are a few other good trails from Pangot such as Timla Pani, Ggughu Khan and Cheena Peak, each worth exploring. Pangot, where life tends to be a little simpler and quite laid-back, beckons with the promise of fresh air, wonderful scenery, and an opportunity to be amidst exotic bird-life. Rail Bandhu - September 2016 | 77
IN FOCUS
THE PRIDE OF KARNATAKA Karnataka Bank is poised to have a network of 765 branches, 1,500 ATMs & 100 e-lobbies by March 2017. `51,501 crore and Advances of `34,946 crore. The net profit for the quarter ended June 2016 was `121.54 crore. The Bank has proposed 50% dividend for the year 2015-16, and has a highly dedicated team of over 7,700 employees ably patronised by around 1,22,000 shareholders and over 73 lakh clientele base.
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angaluru headquartered Karnataka Bank is one of the time-tested premier commercial banks in the private sector. Established in 1924, the Bank has completed 92 years of banking on February 18, 2016. It has national presence with 733 branches, 1,304 ATMs with 27 e-lobbies/mini e-lobbies in 21 States and 2 Union Territories. The total turnover of the Bank as on June 2016 stood at `86,447 crore with deposits of
Karnataka Bank has unveiled its ambitious VISION 2020 document, a business plan for the next five years and adopted a Vision Statement - 'To be a progressive, prosperous and well governed Bank'. A tech savvy bank, Karnataka Bank was one of the earliest banks to adopt Core Banking Solution, back in 2000. This has enabled it to provide 'Anywhere', 'Anytime', banking services and other advanced technology-based products to its customers and to make rapid strides towards digital banking.
Further, the bank has various other technology driven products/services/facilities in the pipeline such as Co-branded Credit card, Student combo card, Near Field Communication Card, Mobile Virtual Card, Mobile Wallet etc. The bank provides a wide range of deposit schemes for NRIs too, which includes Non Resident (Rupee) Account (NRE), Foreign Currency Non Resident (Bank) Scheme (FCNR (B), RFC deposits and Non Resident (Ordinary) Account (NRO) with very attractive and highly competitive interest rates in the banking sector. Apart from loans against deposits, the Bank has a tailor-made credit scheme for acquisition of house under its Housing Loan Scheme exclusively for NRIs at reasonably low rate on reducing daily balance.
Reading Corner Grab a copy and transport yourself to the world of books
THE AMAZING OLYMPICS:DOWN THE CENTURIES BY BIBEK SENGUPTA TIMES GROUP BOOK
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Inspired by the sporting spectacle, author Bibek Sengupta traces the history of the biggest and mightiest sporting event. In an attempt to bring back the forgotten sporting heroes, the book is resplendent with cartoons, caricatures and photographs. The book takes a ride down the olympics from the ancient age when competitors used to participate in nude till the last edition of the game in 2012. From amazing facts, quizzes, puzzles, and humorous anecdotes to colourful comic strips and tales of unavailable triumph, the book is a must-read for sports enthusiasts. www.railbandhu.in
CUPIDITY, PING ME LOVE KIREN RAI & MADHVI AHUJA OM BOOKS INTERNATIONAL
The book describes the tale of three souls who are looking to reinvent themselves in the virtual world. Set in New Delhi, the fiction novel is about three women who are ready to break the social norms and explore their deepest selves in the gripping online dating space without inking of the final outcome. Trapped in unfulfilling relationships, Tara, a much-married woman, Naina, recently divorced and Nihal, a transgender look forward to breathe free in a hostile society. The book is a perfect example of how virtual reality overshadows the ordinary, mundane existence and the idea of exploring new boundaries.
SHORT TAKES
Entertainment Calling We bring you a selection of movies for the month
Director: A.R. Murugadoss Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Konkana Sen Sharma, Mithun Chakravorty Release date: September 2 Â
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Director: Oliver Stone Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shailene Woodley, Melissa Leo, Zachary Quinto, Release date: September 16
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MS DHONI: THE UNTOLD STORYÂ
The plot revolves around an intense and misunderstood girl, who is forced to fight back when she is pushed to corner. The thriller is set in Mumbai and Rajasthan.
The plot revolves around a true incident in the life of an American computer professional Edward Snowden who releases classified information from NSA.
The film is based on the life of world cup winning Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The film showcases his battle from ticket collector to trophy winner.
Director: Neeraj Pandey Cast: Sushant Singh Rajput, Kiara Advani, John Abraham, Fawad khan, Ram Charan Release date: September 30
STAR TRACKER
the Month ahead Be it love, career or health, here’s what September and your stars have in store for you Aries (Mar 20 - Apr 18)
Taurus (Apr 19 - May 19)
Gemini (May 20 - Jun 20)
Problems will cause you to shut down emotionally, but not letting on to what is really going on inside will make the pressure build. Loosen up and you’ll find that love is everywhere. Professionally, you will make many important contacts.
You will be in a romantic mood, and several opportunities for romance will come up. A disagreeable situation in all likelihood, will come to an end. Money will be acquired from a business of your own or business done out of your home.
You will be trying to maintain emotional control when faced with upsetting news or circumstances; yet, unbeknown to you, your lover feels the same. You will have discussions about work or finances, which will be agreed upon by everyone.
Lucky colour Orange Lucky No. 6
Lucky colour Green
Lucky colour Yellow
Cancer (Jun 21 - Jul 21)
Leo (Jul 22 - Aug 21)
Virgo (Aug 22 - Sep 21)
You will be waiting to see what a lover will do. This could also indicate a sudden flight from home, but not a permanent one. You will hold off on an idea because you won’t be ready to commit. You are going to have a reversal in your thinking.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised by some unexpected good news about your career and positive changes in your home or work environment. Your emotional state will greatly improve through the intervention of another.
You will be very surprised at the unsolicited attention you’re going to get from one who really piques your romantic interest. Financial agreements are going to bring you a lot of personal satisfaction. Keep an optimistic attitude and let time be the deciding factor.
Lucky colour Red
Lucky colour Blue
Lucky colour Pink
Lucky No. 7
Lucky No. 8
Lucky No. 2
Lucky No. 9
Lucky No. 4
Libra (Sep 22 - Oct 22)
Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 20)
Sagittarius (Nov 21 - Dec 20)
Plodding work, a sordid relationship, or an extramarital affair will trouble you. You and a partner or loved one will unite and discuss plans for the future. You will be surprised by your unexpected progress or good fortune.
An awaited message will arrive with very positive results. Someone will help you collect money that is owed to you. You’ll get together with someone on an idea or partnership and will also be making revisions in your work.
You will want to share your feelings but will keep them to yourself because you cant find an ‘outlet’. Someone will present an enticing opportunity concerning your work that could increase your income substantially.
Lucky colour White
Lucky colour Purple
Lucky colour Saffron Lucky No. 7
Lucky No. 1
Lucky No. 5
Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19)
Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 19)
You will feel hurt because your partner is not including you in his/her plans. You will have a difficult time maintaining emotional balance. In money matters, there will be only a partial response at first, followed by moderate degree of success.
You can expect fortunate changes in business and finance- new opportunities, expansion, and increase. You will think about mailing a letter to a company but will put it off, and/or a letter will arrive that will make you angry.
Your heartfelt desires are going to be met through the entry of a kindred spirit. A payment is going to be late and it will aggravate you, but money will come in from a different source. Don’t try to assess situations and effect solutions in advance.
Lucky colour Jade green
Lucky colour Grey
Lucky colour Brick red
Lucky No. 8
Lucky No. 9
Lucky No. 5
Poonam Sethi is an internationally-acclaimed Tarot card reader, Reiki healer, colour therapist, Feng Shui practitioner, crystal healer, a specialist in removal and balancing the negative evil eye energies and a rudraksha consultant. She can be contacted at poonamsethi27@hotmail.com 80 | Rail Bandhu - September 2016
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pqdh gSa vkSj vius Hkkjro"kZ dk uke jks’ku fd;k gSA os yksx tks muds [ksyus ij vkifŸk trkrs Fks] vkt os Lo;a vkdj mUgsa c/kkbZ ns jgs gSAa og Hkkjrh; jsy dk lkHkkj O;Dr djrh gSa ftlus mUgsa ix&ix ij lgk;rk iznku dhA mUgsa vius [ksy esa n{k gksus ds fy, lq[k&lqfo/kk,a miyC/k djkbZAa bruk gh ugha muds dksp dqynhi efyd Hkh jsyos ls tqMs+ gSAa lk{kh Li"V 'kCnksa esa dgrh gSa fd og vkt tks dqN Hkh gS]a mlesa Hkkjrh; jsy dk cgqr cM+k ;ksxnku gSA Hkkjrh; jsy Hkh efgyk dq’rh f[kykfM+;ksa dks cgqr izkRs lkgu ns jgh gSA ind thrus ds i’pkr Hkkjrh; jsy us mUgsa izkUS ufr nsdj mŸkj jsyos t+kus esa jktif=r vf/kdkjh cuk fn;k gSA lk{kh dks jsy ls ;k=k djuk cgqr ilan gSA og crkrh gSa fd o"kZ 2007 esa xqokgkVh esa vk;ksftr [ksyksa ds jk"Vªh; f’kfoj esa fgLlk ysus og ogka xbZ FkhaA og jsy }kjk xqokgkVh ls fnYyh ykSVh FkhaA iwjh cksxh esa efgyk f[kykM+h FkhaA jkLrsHkj mUgksua s ml jsy;k=k dk Hkjiwj vkuan mBk;k FkkA mudh #fp ds ckjs esa tkuus ij irk pyk fd mUgksua s fQ+Yesa ns[kus dk ’kkSd ugha gSA izf’k{k.k ,oa vH;kl ls tc Hkh le; feyrk gS og [kkyh le; vius ifjtuksa ds lkFk fcrkuk pkgrh gSAa mUgsa dqN le; vdsys fcrkuk ilan gSA [kkus esa mUgsa D;k ilan gS] ;g iwNus ij mUgksua s crk;k fd mUgsa eka ds gkFk dk ?kj esa cuk [kkuk cgqr ilan gSA mUgsa eka }kjk cus d<+h&pkoy cgqr ilan gSA lk{kh dq’rh f[kykM+h lq’khy dqekj ,oa ;ksx’s oj nŸk dks viuk vkn’kZ ekurh gSAa mudk dguk gS fd iq#"k dq’rh esa tks uke bu nksuksa f[kykfM+;ksa dk gS] og pkgrh gSa fd efgyk dq’rh esa og ogh LFkku izkIr djsAa og vU; efgyk f[kykfM+;ksa dks lan’s k nsuk pkgrh gSa fd fdlh dh vkifŸk trkus vFkok grksRlkfgr djus dh ijokg fd, cxSj vki vius [ksy dh vksj /;ku nsa rFkk viuk y{; fu/kkZfjr djsa fd vkidks D;k ikuk gSA fu%langs vFkd ifjJe ,oa yxu ls lq[kn ifj.kke izkIr gksx a As dqN Hkh vklkuh ls izkIr ugha gksrkA cM+k y{; ikus ds fy, dM+h esgur ,oa xq# dk ekxZ&n'kZu cgqr vko';d gksrk gSA lk{kh dk tUe 3 flrEcj] 1992 esa jksgrd ft+ys ds eks[kjk xkao esa gqvk FkkA mlds firk fnYyh ifjogu fuxe esa laokgd ds in ij dk;Zjr Fks tks nks lky igys gh vius in ls lsokfuo`Ÿk gq, gSAa mudh ekrk lqn’s k efyd LFkkuh; vkaxuck<+h esa fujh{kd FkhaA lk{kh dh vkjafHkd f’k{kk xkao ds izkFkfed fo|ky; esa gqbZ FkhA jksgrd ds egf"kZ n;kuan fo’ofo|ky; ls mUgksua s fQft+dy ,tqd’s ku esa LukRdksŸkj dh fMxzh izkIr dh gSA mUgksua s 12 lky dh NksVh mez ls gh dksp bZ’oj nfg;k ls dq’rh dk izf’k{k.k ysuk vkjaHk dj fn;k FkkA og jksgrd ds NksVw jke LVsfM;e fLFkr v[kkM+s esa vH;kl fd;k djrh FkhaA ;|fi lk{kh dk dq’rh ds izfr #>ku vius nknk c/kyqjke dks dq’rh djrs ns[krs gq, c<+k FkkA vkt og dbZ mHkjrh f[kykfM+;ksa dh izjs .kkLkzkrs cu pqdh gSAa gesa vk’kk gS fd vkus okys o"kksaZ esa lk{kh viuk ,oa ns'k dk uke blh izdkj jks'ku djsx a hA - flrEcj 2016 | 83
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fu;qfDr gqbZ FkhA dqN fxus&pqus cM+s inksa ,oa dfBu ftEesnkjh okys inksa ij efgykvksa dh fu;qfDr Hkkjr esa Lora=rk ds ckn gh gqbZA bu inksa esa jsy batu pkyd] fVdV dysDVj] jsyos LVs’ku ekLVj] Mhvkj,e rFkk th,e tSls in Fks ftu ij efgykvksa dh fu;qfDr cgqr ckn esa gqbZA bu lHkh inksa ij efgykvksa dh fu;qfDr Hkys cgqr ckn esa gqbZ gks fdarq jsyos esa dfBu ;k fHkUu inksa ij efgykvksa dh fu;qfDr cgqr igys djds Hkkouxj jkt njckj us bfrgkl jpk FkkA www.railbandhu.in
Hkkjrh; jsy esa dk;Zjr dqyh jsy deZpkjh ugha vfirq Lo;alsoh gksrs gSaA ;s efgyk dqyh jsyos rFkk jsy ;kf=;ksa ls izR;{k :i ls tqM+dj muds chp ,d lsrq dk dk;Z djrh gSaA bUgsa fdlh izdkj dh ijs’kkuh u gks blfy, mUgsa jsy iz’kklu dk lg;ksx feyrk jgrk gSA le; ij ykblsal dk uohuhdj.k gks tkrk gSA yky jax dh lkM+h ,oa cSt iznku fd, tkrs gSaA jsy iz’kklu }kjk mUgsa le;&le; ij onhZ] cSt] foJkeky; dh lqfo/kk ,oa cfgjax fpfdRlk lqfo/kk nh tkrh gSA
Hkkjrh; jsy rFkk efgyk lekt dk xkSjo c<+kus ds fy, bu efgyk dqfy;ksa us vewY; ;ksxnku fn;k gSA jsyos mUgsa ifjokj ekurk gS
Hkkouxj jsyos LVs'ku esa viuh lsok,a nsus okyh efgyk dqyh Hkkjrh; jsyos ,oa ;kf=;ksa ds O;ogkj ls xn~xn~ eglwl djrh gSa
efgyk jsyos iksVZj vFkok dqyh ds bfrgkl esa fo’ks"kdj efgykvksa ds laca/k esa dkQ+h o"kZ igys ,d vkSj egŸoiw.kZ v/;k; rc tqM+k tc Hkkouxj esa jsyxkM+h dh vkoktkgh vkjaHk gqbZA bl nkSjku LVs’ku ij rhu efgyk dqfy;ksa dh fu;qfDr dh xbZ FkhA Hkkouxj jsyos dk bfrgkl ;fn jsyos ds vkjafHkd fnukssa ij ,d n`f"V Mkysa rks Kkr gksrk gS fd Hkkouxj LVsV jsyos dh LFkkiuk lu 1878 esa gqbZ FkhA jktk&egkjktkvksa }kjk vius&vius jkT;ksa esa jsyos ykbu cukus dk fu.kZ; jsyos daifu;ksa dh Hkkafr fy;k x;k FkkA fczfV’k lkezkT; esa loZizFke xk;dokM+ cM+kSnk LVsV jsyos }kjk vius LokfeRo esa loZizFke Qjojh 1862 esa uSjks xst jsyos dh 'kq#vkr dh xbZ FkhA mlds ckn e/; Hkkjr esa ukS vDVwcj] 1874 dks fut+ke LVsV jsyos }kjk viuh jsyxkM+h pykbZ xbZ vkSj mlds ckn lu 1878 esa Hkkouxj LVsV jsyos dk xBu gqvkA blds QyLo:i Hkkouxj ds rRdkyhu egkjktk r[rflag us Hkkouxj jkT; dh turk ds izfr vVwV ftEesnkjh dk fuokZg djrs gq, rFkk turk dh lq[k&lqfo/kkvksa esa o`f) dks egŸoiw.kZ ;ksxnku nsrs gq, ,d ,sfrgkfld fu.kZ; fy;kA blds varxZr ebZ 1878 esa Hkkouxj ls o/koku rd 105-11 ehy yach jsy ykbu cukbZ tkuh FkhA ekpZ 1879 esa bldk fuekZ.k dk;Z vkjaHk dj fn;k x;kA twu 1879 esa baXySaM ls ;k=hxkM+h ,oa ekyxkM+h ds fMCcs eaxk, x,A Hkki batu ds iqtZs 28 Qjojh] 1880 dks tyiksr ls Hkkouxj igqapsA ek= nl fnuksa esa mUgsa tksM+dj batu rS;kj dj fn;k x;kA jsy ykbu dk dk;Z iwjk gksus rFkk jksfyax LVkWd tksM+us ds ckn ukS ekpZ] 1880 dks [kkyh oSxuksa ,oa czsd ;ku ds lkFk izFke ekyxkM+h pykbZ xbZA blds ckn 18 fnlEcj] 1880 dks izFke ;k=h xkM+h Hkkouxj ls o/keku ¼lqjsanzuxj½ ds e/; pykbZ xbZA bldk mn?kkVu cacbZ ds rRdkyhu xouZj tsEl QX;qZlu us fd;k FkkA bl jsyxkM+h esa xouZj o egkjktk r[r flag ds vykok vU; ofj"B ukxfjdksa us Hkh ;k=k dh FkhA egkjktk r[r flag ds mŸkjkf/kdkjh egkjktk Hkko flag dks lkSjk"Vª {ks= esa jsyos ykbuksa dk foLrkj djus dk Js; izkIr gSA Lora=rk izkfIr ds ckn Hkkouxj LVsV
jsyos] xksaMy LVsV jsyos] twukx<+ LVsV jsyos] tkeuxj rFkk rkjhck jsy dk vf/kxzg.k djds ,d vizSy] 1948 esa lkSjk"Vª jsyos cukbZ xbZA Hkkjr ljdkj us ,d vizSy] 1950 dks bls vius fu;a=.k esa ys fy;k rFkk ikap uoEcj 1951 dks bldk if’pe jsyos esa foy; dj fn;k x;kA Hkkouxj esa jsyos dqyh Hkkouxj jsyos VfeZul ij dk;Zjr efgyk jsyos dqyh dk bfrgkl rc ls vkjaHk gksrk gS tc Lora=rk ls dqN o"kZ iwoZ ;gka O;kid :i ls ?kks?kk canjxkg ds fuoklh foLFkkfir gq, FksA rc Hkkouxj ds rRdkyhu egkjktk Jhd`".k dqekj flag }kjk bu ifjokjksa ds iq#"kksa dks jktnjckj esa fofHkUu dk;ksZa esa yxk;k x;k rFkk bu ifjokjksa dh efgyk lnL;ksa dks dqyh cSt ds lkFk Hkkouxj VfeZul ij dqyh dh ukSdjh nh x;h FkhA Hkkouxj VfeZul ml le; Hkkouxj LVsV jsyos dk izeq[k LVs’ku FkkA ;s efgyk dqyh eq[;r% ?kks?kk dh fuoklh rFkk HkksbZ tkfr dh gSaA vkjafHkd nkSj esa Hkkouxj esa dqy 40 efgykvksa dks dqyh dk cSt nsdj ukSdjh iznku dh xbZ FkhA ;s efgyk dqyh vius ckn ;s cSt viuh iqf=;ksa o cgqvksa dks gh lkSairh FkhaA ;|fi vc ,slk fu;e ugha gS ijUrq orZeku esa Hkh dqN efgyk dqyh ,slh gSa ftuls igys mudh ekrk ;gka ij dk;Zjr FkhaA ;kf=;ksa ,oa jsy deZpkfj;ksa ds izfr budk O;ogkj cgqr iz’kaluh; jgk gSA
cSt uacj 15 t;iqj taD’ku ij yxHkx 200 iq#"k dqfy;ksa ds chp vkidks 36 o"khZ;k eatw nsoh uked efgyk dqyh lkeku <ksrs gq, fn[k tk,axhA og u dsoy jktLFkku vfirq mŸkj if’pe jsyos laHkkx esa igyh efgyk dqyh gSAa vius ifr egknso ds vle; fu/ku ds i’pkr mUgksua s jsyos dqyh dk dk;ZHkkj laHkkykA mudk ifr Hkh dqyh Fkk vkSj cSt uacj 15 mlh dk FkkA jsy iz’kklu dks ;g cSt eatw dks nsus esa vkifŸk ugha FkhA izf’k{k.k nsus ds ckn eatw dks ukSdjh fey xbZA og losjs ikap cts ls vkB cts rd] nksigj dks 12 cts ls rhu cts rd rFkk 'kke dks ikap cts ls vkB cts rd rhu ikfy;ksa esa dke djrh gSAa eatw nsoh fnu esa lkS ls 150 #i, dekrh gSAa LVs’ku ds fudV jsyos dqfy;ksa dh cLrh esa og vius rhu cPpksa ds lkFk xqtj+ &clj dj jgh gSAa
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Qwy] iŸks] i{kh] csy&cwVs vkfn mdsjs tkrs FksA ;|fi bLekby [k=h vf/kd i<+s&fy[ks ugha Fks rc Hkh mUgksaus bl dyk esa u,&u, iz;ksx fd,A fo’ks"k ckr ;g jgh fd ck?k fizaV dh NikbZ ds fy, lwrh diM+ksa dk gh iz;ksx fd;k tkrk jgkA ckn esa vk/kqfudrk vkSj c<+rh ekax ls dnerky djus ds fy, js’ke] Vlj] f’kQ+kWu] tkWtZV] ØSc vkfn diM+ksa ij Hkh ck?k fizaV Nkis x,A ikjaifjd rŸoksa dk iz;ksx ck?k&fizaV ls lts lwrh lyokj dqrksZa dh ekax ges’kk ckt+kj esa cuh jgrh gSA buds vykok lkM+h] pknj] dkyhu] dq’ku] doj] inksZa vkfn ij Hkh ck?k fizaV izeq[krk ls fd, tkrs gSaA [k=h dh iRuh] iq=] iq=o/kq] ikS= lfgr xkao ds dkQ+h ?kjksa ds yksxkasa dks bLekby [k=h us ;g dyk fl[kkbZA muds izksRlkgu ck?k fizafVax okyh lkfM+;ka u dsoy ns[kus esa vn~Hkqr yxrh gSa vfirq iguus okys dks vkjke dh vuqHkwfr gksrh gS
dkjhxj ikjaifjd <ax ls budh fuekZ.k izfØ;k iwjh djrs gSaA os diM+s dks dPps leqnzh ued] vifj"d`r vjaMh ds rsy rFkk cdjh ds xkscj ds feJ.k esa Mqckrs gSaA rRi'pkr diM+s dks rhu Lrjh; izfØ;k ds varxZr lq[kk;k tkrk gSA mlds ckn diM+s dks gjM+ o cgsnk ikmMj ;qDr ?kksy esa Mkyrs gSaA MkbZ gksus ds ckn diM+s dks iqu% unh ds ikuh esa /kksrs gSaA
ck?k unh ds fdukjs cuh bu xqQ+kvksa esa ,d jax'kkyk Hkh gSA blesa urZfd;ksa dh vkd"kZd ewfrZ;ka cuh gqbZ gSaA bu xqQ+kvksa ds le{k ,d laxzgky; cuk gSA
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eksgEen rqxyd us lu 1344 esa bl fdys dk fuekZ.k djk;k FkkA ;g fdyk yky iRFkj ,oa dkys iRFkj ls cuk gSA blesa [kjcwtk egy] ’kh'k egy bR;kfn gSaA
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fnykoj [k+ku us tkeh efLtn dk fuekZ.k lu 1405 esa fd;k FkkA blesa cus 13-2 ehVj Åaps ykSg LraHk ds dkj.k bldk uke ykV efLtn iM+kA - flrEcj 2016 | 89
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vius lkSE; ,oa vkd"kZd fMt+kbu ds dkj.k ck?k fizaV okys mRikn fonsf'k;ksa esa cgqr yksdfiz; gks jgs gSa
ds dkj.k gh vkt xkao ds vf/kdka’k ?kjksa esa ;g dke izeq[krk ls gks jgk gSA bLekby [k=h vf/kdrj vius diM+kas esa 300 lky iqjkus ikjaifjd CykWd dk gh bLrseky djrs FksA muds fMt+kbu Hkh lcls vyx vkSj fo’ks"k izdkj ds gksrs Fks] tSls ukfj;y tky] ?kscj tky] rktegy tkyh] pesyh] xqykc] e’k:e] tqokfj;k vkfnA ck?k&fizaV dh fo’ks"krk ;gh gS fd vkt Hkh bl NikbZ esa ikjaifjd rjhdk vkSj izkd`frd jaxksa dk gh iz;ksx fd;k tkrk gSA t;iqj vkSj xka/khuxj ls eyey dk diM+k eaxk;k tkrk gSA vukj ds fNydksa] uhcw dh ifŸk;ka xqykc ds Qwy] pqdanj] xqyeksgj] lkth vkfn ls jax rS;kj fd;k tkrk gSA ued] xqM+] vjaMh rsy dk iz;ksx dj jaxksa dks iDdk fd;k tkrk gSA diM+ksa dks /kksuk] fHkxksuk] tM+h&cwfV;ka yxkuk] HkV~Vh esa idkdj diM+s dks NikbZ yk;d cukuk tSlh dM+h esgur dh izfØ;k ls gksdj ck?k fizaV ls lts
laokn ;kn djks! tc eSa lqurh Fkh rqe dgrs FksA e/kqj thou ds e/kqekl esa] /khjs&/khjs xkaBsa [kksy Lofjr gksrs Fks ncs Loj oks] varjeu ds xgjs cksy fcu irokj gkFkksa ls [ksrs] MkaokMksy uS;k ij ge eaFkj xfr ls gkSys&gkSys] 'kCn /kkjkvksa esa cgrs Fks 90 |
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LVs’ku dh tkudkjh es?kuxj jsyos LVs’ku fudVre LVs’ku gSA ;g ck?k xkao ls yxHkx 104 fdyksehVj nwj fLFkr gSA ;gka rhu IysVQ+kWeZ gSa tgka yxHkx 50 jsyxkfM+;ka Bgjrh gSaA ;g leqnz ry ls 321 ehVj dh ÅapkbZ ij gSA ;g LVs’ku if’peh jsyos {ks= rFkk jryke [kaM ds varxZr vkrk gSA
tc eSa lqurh Fkh rqe dgrs FksA fopkjksa ds dksykgy esa] Loj dHkh ekSu gks tkrs dHkh xkaBksa esa my> rqEgkjs] xawxs Loj] xawxs jg tkrs vaxqfy;ksa ds e/kqj Lianu ls] /khjs ls fQ+j ckgj vk dj rqEgkjs eu ds fo"kkn eokn oks] esjh vka[kksa ls cgrs Fks tc eSa lqurh Fkh rqe dgrs FksA ewd LohdkjksfDr dh
diM+s rS;kj gksrs gSaA ck?k&fizaV ds dkjhxjksa dh dM+h esgur dk gh ifj.kke gS fd vkt ns’k gh ugha fons’kksa esa gksus okys mRloksa rFkk esyksa esa ck?k fizaV ds LVkWy ds fcuk v/kwjs gh ekus tkrs gaSA o"kZ 2011 esa fnYyh esa gq, x.kra= fnol lekjksg esa e/; izns’k ls ck?k fizaV dh >kadh ltkbZ xbZ FkhA ck?k fizaV ds iz.ksrk fnoaxr lqyseku [k=h dks izns’k ljdkj ds vykok jk"Vªh; Lrj ds <sjksa iqjLdkjksa ls lEekfur fd;k x;kA buds vfrfjDr o"kZ 2010 esa f’kYi xq# dk lEeku gkfly djus okys bLekby [k=h e/; izns’k ds igys dkjhxj cusA okLro esa dHkh ck?k dh xqQ+kvksa ds fy, igpkuk tkus okyk ;g xkao vc ck?k fizaV ds fy, gh igpkuk vkSj ljkgk tkrk gSA ck?k fizafVax ls cuh iks'kkdksa dks izd`fr ds vuqdwy dguk vfr';ksfDr ugha gksxkA vki Hkh bu diM+ksa dks iguus dk vuqHko vo'; izkIr djsaA
dkbZ ij mits] mu laca/kksa dks jkl u vk, rqEgkjs eq[kfjr laokn os] rqEgkjs fny dh [kqyrh xkaBsa ,d Loj esa lej cu x;k] ngy xbZ pgaq&vksj fn’kk,a ,dkdh gks x, mlh uhM+ ij] tgka ge nksuksa LkkFk jgrs Fks tc eSa lqurh Fkh rqe dgrs FksA NksM+ vk, gSa dc ds ihNs] cksy oks dM+os] cksy oks ehBs
ckgj Hkhrj lUukVs esa] vks<+ fy;k gS ekSu us rqedks e`rd&laokn ls dj fookn vc] orZeku ds 'kwU; esa jgrs djrs gks fiz; fdlls ckrsa\ vius vuojr ekSu&laoknksa esa ;kn djks oks dqN ,d iy] ftlesa ge&rqe LkkFk jgrs Fks tc eSa lqurh Fkh rqe dgrs FksA &vt; lgk; tljk
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f’kolkxj vle dh ,sfrgkfld] uSlfxZd vkSj /kkfeZd uxjh gSA izLrqr gS vgkse lezkVksa ds bl izeq[k dsanz dh lEiw.kZ tkudkjh ys[k ,oa Nk;kfp=% ';kelqanj tks’kh
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ohZ vle ds tksjgkV ls f’kolkxj dh nwjh yxHkx 60 fdyksehVj gSA lM+d ekxZ ds nksuksa vksj /kku ds gjs&Hkjs [ksr] pk; ds cxhps vkSj l?ku o`{kkoyhA FkksM+h&FkksM+h nwjh ij lM+d ls fudydj gfj;kyh esa yqIr gksus okys dPps&iDds] Vs<+s&es<+s ekxZ vkSj ixMafM;ka] NksVs&NksVs ?kj vkSj muds ckgj m|ku ;k ryS;k] ftlesa cPps eNyh idM+ jgs FksA izkd`frd n`’; ns[krs gq, ge dc f’kolkxj igqap x,] irk gh ugha pykA vle ds Åijh bykds esa fLFkr f’kolkxj ;wa rks ft+yk eq[;ky; ds :i esa rhozrk ls fodflr gksrk 'kgj gS ysfdu bldk ,sfrgkfld] 92 |
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dykRed vkSj lkaLd`frd iqV orZeku esa Hkh ltho gSA vle dh jkt/kkuh xqokgkVh ls f’kolkxj 363 fdyksehVj nwj gSA ,sfrgkfld i`"BHkwfe vle esa vgkse jktkvksa dk 12oha ls 18oha lnh rd 'kklu jgk vkSj muds 'kkludky esa f’kolkxj dk vge LFkku FkkA ;gka fLFkr ,sfrgkfld tyk’k;&f’kolkxj] xkSjhlkxj vkSj t;lkxj rFkk dbZ egŸoiw.kZ Lekjdksa dk fuekZ.k Hkh vgkse jktkvksa ds 'kkludky esa gqvk FkkA f’kolkxj igys jaxiqj ds uke ls tkuk tkrk FkkA vgkse
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bu O;atuksa dk ysa Lokn oa’k dh jkuh enfEcdk us lu~ 1734 esa f’kolkxj uked d`f=e tyk’k; dk fuekZ.k djk;k Fkk tks vkt bl 'kgj dh igpku gSA blh tyk’k; ds uke ij bl 'kgj dk uke f’kolkxj iM+kA ;g tyk’k; 129 ,dM+ Hkw&Hkkx esa O;kIr gSA blds rV ij Hkxoku f’ko] fo".kq rFkk nsoh dk eafnj gSA f’ko eafnj esa o`gn vkdkj dh f’ko izfrek gSA bl eafnj dh ÅapkbZ 180 QqV gS vkSj bldk lkr QqV Åapk lksus dk f’k[kj gSA ;gka ckjg ekg i;ZVdksa dk rkark yxk jgrk gSA f’kolkxj tyk’k; esa i;ZVd ukSdk fogkj Hkh dj ldrs gSaA f’kolkxj ds ikl gh fLFkr djsax ?kj vkSj rykry ?kj uked izkphu oSHko’kkyh cgqeaft+yk egy fLFkr gSa ftudk fuekZ.k vgkse 'kkld jkts’oj flag us lu~ 1751 ls 69 ds nkSjku djk;k FkkA bl egy esa lekukarj iafDr esa cus vk;rkdkj d{kksa ,oa mudh esgjkcksa dh cukoV ledkyhu eqx+y okLrqdyk ls izHkkfor gSA ;g lHkh d{k ,d NksVs izos’k }kj ds ek/;e ls ijLij tqM+s gq, gSaA izFke ry ij dqN >jks[ksnkj d{k vle 'kSyh esa cus gSaA blds vfrfjDr if’pe fn’kk esa ,d v"V Hkqtkdkj eafnj Hkh gSA
vle ds fuoklh vius Hkkstu esa Hkkr dk vR;f/kd lsou djrs gSaA os nky] lCt+h] eklksj >ksy ¼fQ+'k djh½ ,oa ekaxlks ¼ehV djh½ ds lkFk Hkkr [kkrs gSaA mudh lfCt+;ka de elkysnkj gksrh gSaA vki pkgsa rks LFkkuh; O;atuksa tSls cksj ekuhequh eklksj >ksy] ukaxksy /kqok ihBk] gku ek: ekg] fry fn;k ekaxlks dk Lokn p[k ldrs gSaA
djok;k FkkA orZeku esa jax ?kj ifjlj esa ,d lqanj ikdZ gS tgka la/;k ds le; yksx ?kweus vkSj vodk’k ij fidfud eukus dk vkuan ysrs gaSA blds eq[; }kj ds ckgj ,d laxhre; Q+Ookjk vkSj dqN dykd`fr;ka Hkh vkd"kZ.k dk dsanz gaSA f’kolkxj ls iwoZ dh vksj djhc 14 fdyksehVj dh nwjh ij fLFkr xMxkao dHkh vgkse jktkvksa dh eq[; jkt/kkuh FkhA bldk fuekZ.k vgkse jktk 'kqdysaxeax us lu~ 1540 bZLoha esa djok;k FkkA lu~ 1747 esa jktk ijHkŸkk flag us ;gka bZaVksa dh 5 fdyksehVj yach nhokj cuokbZA rRi’pkr~ jktk jkts’oj flag us lu~ 1752 bZLoha esa blh txg ij lkr eaft+ys Hkou dk iqufuZekZ.k djk;k FkkA ;gka feyus okys vo'ks"kksa ls Kkr gksrk gS fd vgkse 'kkldksa dks Hkou fuekZ.k esa fdruh #fp FkhA
egŸoiw.kZ vo’ks"k bl egy ds iwohZ rFkk if’peh Hkkx esa iqjkrkfRod mR[kuu ls izkIr vo’ks"kksa ds vk/kkj ij dgk tkrk gS fd vkx yxus ds dkj.k ;g Hkou iw.kZ :i ls u"V gks x;k Fkk tks laHkor% #nz flag ds 'kkludky esa lu~ 1696 ls 1714 ds e/; cuk;k x;k FkkA blds vfrfjDr dqN Hkouko’ks"k rFkk pwus] ckyw o bZaV dh fxfV~V;ksa ls cus nks iFk Øe’k% mŸkj o if’pe fn’kk esa izdk’k esa vk, gSaA djsax ?kj ds ikl gh nks eaft+yk vaMkdkj Hkou gS tks jax ?kj ds uke ls tkuk tkrk gSA ;gka dHkh vgkse ’kkld gkfFk;ksa dh yM+kbZ dk vkuan mBkrs FkssA bldk fuekZ.k jktk ijHkŸkk flag us lu~ 1746 esa
f'kolkxj esa fLFkr f'ko eafnj dk fogaxe n`';A bls ns[kus ?kjsyw ,oa fons'kh i;ZVd cM+h la[;k esa vkrs gSa
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i;ZVdksa ds fy, vkd"kZ.k dk dsanz gS t; lkxj rkykc
;gka vgkse jktkvksa ds izrhd fo|eku gSa
f’keyxqM+h taD’ku ;gka dk fudVre jsyos LVs’ku f’keyxqM+h taD’ku gS tks 16 fdyksehVj nwj gSA ;g jsyos LVs’ku leqnz ry ls 100 ehVj dh ÅapkbZ ij fLFkr gSA f’keyxqM+h taD’ku frulqf[k;k eaMy ,oa iwoksZŸkj lhekar vapy ds varxZr vkrk gSA ;gka fLFkr jsy dh iVjh ,dy Mht+y czkWM xst dh gS rFkk rhu IysVQ+kWeZ gSaA bl jsyos LVs’ku ij dqy 34 jsyxkfM+;ka #drh gSaA fnYyh ls f’keyxqM+h dh nwjh 2]452 fdyksehVj gSA vki ;gka ubZ fnYyh fMczwx<+ jkt/kkuh ,Dlizsl 12236] vo/k vle ,Dlizsl 15910 rFkk czãiq= esy 14056 ls Hkh igqap ldrs gSaA 94 |
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izkd`frd NVk pjkbZnso ;gka ls 30 fdyksehVj nwj gSA ;gka fLFkr vgkse jktkvksa dh lekf/k dh rqyuk feLkz ds fijkfeMksa ls dh tkrh gSA pjkbZnso ds [kqys eSnku vkSj izkd`frd n`’;koyh csgn vkd"kZd gSaA izkphu nsoky;ksa vkSj >hy ds dkj.k viuh vyx igpku j[kus okys f’kolkxj ftys esa fo’kkyre tyk’k; t; lkxj dk fuekZ.k jktk #nzflag us lu~ 1697 esa djk;k FkkA yxHkx 318 ,dM+ esa O;kIr bl rkykc dh fxurh Hkkjr ds lcls cM+s ekuo fufeZr rkykcksa esa dh tkrh gSA blds rV ij ,d eafnj Hkh cuok;k x;k FkkA t; lkxj rkykc esa izoklh if{k;ksa dk Hkh clsjk gSA rkykc esa rSjrs gq, if{k;ksa dks ns[kuk cM+k gh jksekaPkdkjh gksrk gSA bl tyk’k; esa i;ZVdksa ds vkd"kZ.k ds fy, lqanj Q+Ookjs yxk, x, gSaA bruk gh ugha i;ZVdksa ds fy, ;gka ij ty ØhM+kvksa dh Hkh www.railbandhu.in
pjkbZnso fLFkr vgkse jktkvksa dh lekf/k dh rqyuk feLkz ds fijkfeMksa ls dh tkrh gSA ;g LFky f'kolkxj ls dqN gh nwjh ij fLFkr gS lqfo/kk miyC/k gSA ,slk gh ,d vkSj izfl) tyk’k; xkSjh lkxj dk fuekZ.k jkuh Qwys’ojh nsoh us lu~ 1723 esa jktk f’koflag ds 'kkludky esa djok;k FkkA yxHkx 150 ,dM+ esa fufeZr ;g rkykc eka nqxkZ ds eafnj dks lefiZr dj fn;k x;k FkkA ;gka ls vkB fdyksehVj nwj fLFkr #nz lkxj rkykc vkSj eafnj dk fuekZ.k jktk y{ehflag us lu~ 1773 bZLoha esa vius firk #nzflag dh Le`fr esa djok;k FkkA rkykc ds fdukjs gh f’ko eafnj fLFkr gSA blds fudV gh vFkkbZ lkxj fLFkr gS ftldh [kqnkbZ jktk t;/ot flag ds 'kkludky esa gqbZ FkhA f’kolkxj ls 12 fdyksehVj nwj xkSjh lkxj vkSj t; lkxj ds chp ukeMkx unh ij cka/k cuk gqvk gSA bldk fuekZ.k Hkh jktk #nzflag us lu~ 1703 esa djok;k FkkA f’kolkxj ls 22 fdyksehVj nwj vtku ihj njxkg 'kjhQ+ fLFkr gSA vtku ihj igys eqfLye Fks ftUgksaus ft+dhj dk vleh Hkk"kk esa vuqokn fd;k FkkA mlZ ds vk;kstu ij muds gt+kjksa vuq;k;h mUgsa J)katfy nsus njxkg ij ,df=r gksrs gaSA
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esa 'kk;n gh ,slh dksbZ Hkkstu O;oLFkk gksxh tgka fHkUu&fHkUu izdkj ds <sj lkjs O;atu ,d lkFk ijksls tkrs gksaA fo’ks"k ckr ;g gS fd Lokn ls Hkjiwj gj O;atu dh viuh fo’ks"krk rks gS gh lkFk gh ;g dgha u dgha ikpd] LokLF;o/kZd vkSj ekSle ds nq"izHkko ls cpko dk dk;Z Hkh djrs gSaA
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