LUCKNOW, May 18 -- A first-of-its-kind Vistadome coach service connecting the Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary to the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in the state is offering breathtaking panoramic views of the forest landscape to tourists. "This initiative marks Uttar Pradesh as the first state in the country to offer a jungle safari experience via a Vistadome train," said a press statement issued by state government. Currently, the service operates on weekends - Saturday and Sunday - but plans are underway to expand it to daily operations, making it accessible to more visitors year-round. Not only will this initiative give a new dimension to nature-based tourism, but it is also expected to generate local employment opportunities and boost the region's economy, said the press statement. Tourism director Prakhar Mishra said: "Uttar Pradesh Eco Tourism Development Board has launched this service to offer tourists a unique nature trail and jungle safari experience throughout the year. Currently, the service is available only on Saturdays and Sundays, but based on positive feedback, there are plans to extend it to all days of the week." Through the Vistadome coach, tourists can travel 107 km inside the forest and closely experience natural scenery, biodiversity, and wildlife. The journey lasts approximately 4 hours and 25 minutes. The train service is priced at Rs 275 per tourist for the route from Katarniaghat to Dudhwa National Park. The train stops at nine stations in total: Bichia, Manjhara Purab, Khairatia Bandh Road, Tikunia, Belerayan, Dudhwa, Palia Kalan, Bhira Kheri and finally Mailani....