The "Amrit Kalash Yatra," a special train that would travel from Vijayawada to New Delhi on October 28, is set to be launched by the South Central Railway (SCR).
On October 25, Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena unveiled the "Amrit Kalash Yatra" from the Raj Niwas as part of the "Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign.
The Amrit Kalash Yatra honours the national heroes who gave their lives in service of the country. The 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' (MMMD) campaign pays homage to the Indian Army personnel who sacrificed their life in defence of their country.
The letter stated “Desh ki mitti is being collected from each and every household as a mark of respect to the earth and people who sacrificed for the country," as reported by India Today.
“Where mitti is not available, people can contribute a grain of rice. This mitti would be utilised in the Amrit Vatika being created in the national capital," the letter read further.
In the second phase of the government's campaign, approximately 20,000 participants from across the nation who are part of the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign will be transported to Delhi in order to encourage this train service using soil from home villages, according to a statement made by Union Culture Secretary Govind Mohan to Railway Board Chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha, as reported by IndiaToday.
The letter further mentions that a memoir of the Amrit Vatika and Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav memorials would be the “spirit of valour and sacrifice of our veers who made our freedom and progress a reality".
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena said, “This campaign provides us with an opportunity to pay our respects and express our gratitude to the brave men and women who gave their lives to secure our freedom and protect our cherished heritage," reported ANI.
"It allows us to honour freedom fighters, defence personnel, and police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their names will be inscribed on the "Shilaphalakam," which will stand as a local tribute in villages and urban areas across our nation," he added.
The special train is scheduled to depart Vijayawada on Saturday, October 28 at 10:00 AM. Before arriving at Hazrat Nizamuddin at 2.25 p.m. the following day, it will stop at a number of stations, including Kazipet, Balharshah, Nagpur, Itarsi Junction, Bhopal, Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, and Agra Cantt.
(Photo: PIB)
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