Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off the inaugural Astha special train from Sabarmati railway station, marking a significant step in facilitating devotees' visits to the grand Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. The purpose of the Astha special train, connecting Ahmedabad to Ayodhya, is to streamline the journey for devotees seeking Ram Lalla Darshan. Commencing with the flag-raising ceremony by Chief Minister Patel, the departure received enthusiastic cheers of "Jai Shri Ram," transforming the railway station into a hub of devotion.