New Delhi, March 22 -- Meenakashi Lekhi, Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Government of India, flagged off Bharat Gaurav Train "North East Discovery: Beyond Guwahati", specially designed tour to cover the North eastern states of India, from Delhi Safdarjung station today.

On this occasion, Smt Lekhi said, "This train holds special significance as it is getting started on the eve of Chaitra Navratri/Gudi Padwa. I extend my greetings to all. It is indeed a gift for all of us." She thanked Hon'ble Prime Minister for his vision and initiatives to improve Railways.

The train tour started its journey from Delhi Safdarjung railway station today and will cover Guwahati, Sivasagar, Jorhat & Kaziranga in Assam, Unakoti, Agartal...