The Indian Railways on Wednesday started the Him Darshan Express train between Kalka and Shimla stations, as a Christmas gift to the people.The train has six modern and first-class AC vista-dome coaches with glass rooftop to have a panoramic view of the hilly region.With this train 52459/52460, modern first-class AC (EV-Executive Vistadome) coaches have also been introduced.The fare has been pegged at Rs 630 per passenger per single journey. However, no concession is permitted on the tickets booked for vista-dome coaches.On the first day, the Him Darshan Express train was fully occupied. In total, 90 passengers boarded the train from Kalka railway station at 7 am to reach Shimla railway station at 12:55 pm.This train will leave Shimla railway station at 15:50 pm to reach Kalka railway station at 21:15 pm, said the Railway Ministry.The train halts at Barog railway station at 9:2 am and 19:02 pm respectively during to and fro journey.According to the Railway Ministry official, each of ..
