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DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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Updated: Oct 06 2023 (07:34)
Darjeeling Railway Station is nestled in the heart of Darjeeling, West Bengal, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas. This historic station boasts three platforms, providing connections to various destinations in the region. Travelers can enjoy the charm of a bygone era with its Victorian architecture and experience the iconic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Tourism

**The Mahakal Temple:** A prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
**The Buddhist Monastery:** Offers stunning views of the Himalayas and a serene atmosphere.
**The St. Andrew's Church:** A historic church with beautiful architecture.
**The Peace Pagoda:** A symbol of peace and tranquility, offering panoramic views of Darjeeling.
**The Batasia Loop:** A scenic loop on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, with a war memorial.

Food

**Keventers:** Popular for its refreshing milkshakes, ice creams, and snacks.
**The Glenary's:** Known for its traditional British-style breakfast and lunch.
**The Himalayan Restaurant:** Offers a wide variety of vegetarian dishes with local flavors.
**The Momo Hut:** Serves delicious and affordable Tibetan momos in various flavors.
**The Darjeeling Tea Lounge:** A perfect spot to enjoy a cup of Darjeeling tea with snacks.

Station Address

NH - 110 Hill Cart Road, Limbugaon, District - Darjeeling. Pincode - 734101.
State: West Bengal
Elevation: 2073 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-5
Zone: NFR/Northeast Frontier   Division: Katihar
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Sep 03 (20:18)   Darjeeling Toy Train Service Suspended Until September 20th

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read full article... 20 সেপ্টেম্বর পর্যন্ত বন্ধ এনজেপি-দার্জিলিং টয়ট্রেন পরিষেবা - Darjeeling toy train rides on pause

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway has announced that the toy train service between New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Darjeeling will remain suspended until September 20th. The service was initially halted on July 7th due to extensive damage to the railway line caused by landslides triggered by heavy rainfall in July. The line is...
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still under repair, and the railway authorities have stated that it is not yet safe to operate the toy train. They have assured the public that the service will resume before the Durga Puja season. The suspension has caused concern amongst tourism operators, especially as the Durga Puja season, a time of peak tourist activity, is approaching. Though the NJP-Darjeeling toy train service remains suspended, the Darjeeling-Ghum Joyride and the Kurseong-Tindharia-Darjeeling services are operational.

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway ne announce kiya hai ki NJP se Darjeeling jaane wali toy train service 20 September tak band rahegi. July me aaye bhari barish ke wajah se aaye landslide se railway line ko bahut nuksan hua tha, jiske wajah se yeh service 7 July se band hai. Ab bhi...
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line ki repair chal rahi hai, aur railway authorities ne bataya hai ki abhi toy train chalaana safe nahi hai. Unhone public ko assure kiya hai ki Durga Puja season se pehle yeh service normal ho jaayegi. Is suspension se tourism operators kaafi chinta me hain, khaas karke Durga Puja season ke aane ke wajah se, jab tourist bahut aate hain. NJP-Darjeeling toy train service band hai, lekin Darjeeling-Ghum Joyride aur Kurseong-Tindharia-Darjeeling services chal rahi hain.
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Aug 26 (22:16)   DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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On 23rd August 2024, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) entered its 144th Glorious Year of Service. It was declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on 5th December, 1999.

In Frame: The evening Steam ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom departing Batasia Loop closely followed by its diesel counterpart. One can also see a NDM-6 banker attached to the steam service.
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Aug 01 (17:15)   52540/Darjeeling - New Jalpaiguri (Toy Train) Passenger | DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
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Trip compilation on the Darjeeling to New Jalpaiguri toy train in AC Chair Car.
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Jul 23 (20:02)   Union Budget 2024: Tax Relief for Salaried Employees, Angel Tax Scrapped for Startups, Special Funds for Bihar & Andhra Pradesh

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read full article... Darjeeling Toy Train: পাহাড়ে বন্ধ টয়ট্রেন, এ কী হল! বিরাট ক্ষতির মুখে দার্জিলিং হিমালয়ান রেলওয়ে

India's Union Budget 2024 has brought significant changes, impacting various sectors. Salaried employees opting for the new tax regime will save Rs 17,500 annually in taxes. The government has also abolished the 'angel tax' for startups, providing relief to this sector. Prime Minister Modi lauded the budget as strengthening every section...
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of society. The budget included special funds for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh, addressing their development needs. The budget also imposed tax increases on long-term and short-term capital gains, impacting market sentiments. To alleviate healthcare costs, the government removed customs duty on three cancer drugs. The budget's impact was widely discussed, with some praising it as visionary and others criticizing it as politically motivated. Meanwhile, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faced a financial setback due to disruptions in its toy train service caused by landslides and track damage, resulting in losses of approximately 1 crore rupees.

India ka Union Budget 2024 bahut bada changes laya hai, har sector ko impact kar raha hai. New tax regime choose karne wala salaried employees ko saal mein Rs 17,500 tax save hoga. Government ne startups ke liye 'angel tax' bhi khtam kar diya hai, is sector ko relief...
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mila hai. Prime Minister Modi ne budget ko society ke har section ko strong karne wala bataaya hai. Budget mein Bihar aur Andhra Pradesh ke liye special funds bhi include kiye gaye hai, unke development ki jarurot ko address karne ke liye. Budget mein long-term aur short-term capital gains pe tax bhi badhaaya gaya hai, market ke mood pe impact pad raha hai. Healthcare cost kam karne ke liye government ne teen cancer drugs pe customs duty bhi hata diya hai. Budget ke impact pe bahut discussion ho raha hai, kuch log ise visionary bol rahe hai toh kuch log isko political move bol rahe hai. Iske sath hi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway ko financial setback ka samna karna pada hai, kya ki landslides aur track damage ki wajah se toy train service mein disruption aaya hai, jisse kareeb 1 crore rupees ka nuksan hua hai.
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Jul 18 (22:47)   52540/Darjeeling - New Jalpaiguri (Toy Train) Passenger | DJ/Darjeeling (3 PFs)
WorldTraveller
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Looks like this train is regularly getting cancelled recently. I have my journey planned next week. Can anyone let me know why is it getting cancelled ? What are the chances that it might get cancelled next week ?
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