West Bengal: Toy Train Safari Resumes in Siliguri, Enjoy Hills and Forests for Just Rs. 500

West Bengal News: The toy train jungle safari from Siliguri to Gayabari has resumed, giving a new boost to local tourism. Tourists will have to spend Rs. 500 to enjoy this exciting journey.

West Bengal News: Local tourism in Siliguri, West Bengal, has once again come alive. The long-suspended toy train jungle safari has now resumed in a new form. This special ride, running from Siliguri to Gayabari, offers tourists the opportunity to enjoy the hills and forests for just Rs. 500.

Toy Train Jungle Safari has been suspended for Several Reasons

Now, there's no need to go to Darjeeling to enjoy the mountain views. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has restarted this service to boost local tourism and employment. This safari ran from 2007 to 2009, but had to be suspended for various reasons.

Now, DHR has partnered with a private company to restart this project. According to officials, this will give a new direction to tourism in the Siliguri region and also increase employment opportunities for local people.

Three Coaches, Different Facilities

This jungle safari includes a total of three coaches. Two coaches will be under the supervision of the private company. These will offer additional facilities such as security guards, train hostesses, breakfast, snacks, and lunch. One coach will be under the supervision of IRCTC; this will be the more affordable coach, where the journey can be undertaken for a fare of Rs. 500. During the journey, the beautiful views of the surrounding forests and hills will give tourists a unique experience.

Atmosphere of Fear at the India-Bangladesh Border

Meanwhile, the ongoing violence and anarchy in Bangladesh have created an atmosphere of fear among truck drivers at the India-Bangladesh border. Bangladeshi truck drivers at the Phulbari border in Siliguri are openly expressing their concerns. Rabi Mia Mohammad, a truck driver from Dhaka, said, "The situation in Bangladesh is extremely bad. There is violence, looting, and deadly attacks everywhere. As soon as darkness falls, the streets become overrun with robbers. Even truck drivers are not safe."

According to him, driving at night has become extremely risky. In many places, criminals are felling trees across the roads to carry out robberies. The unrest in Bangladesh is also affecting economic activity. Foreign exchange centers in Phulbari are now almost deserted. The number of people and traders traveling to and from Bangladesh has decreased, which is impacting businesses.