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Statewise GK · Q465

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Competitive Exams · Statewise GK · question 465

Q465

In December, 2016, Indian Railway started first Humsafar express between Anand Vihar and ............?

A.
Allahabad
B.
Gorakhpur
Answer
C.
Varanasi
D.
Ballia

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Humsafar Express is a fully premium service with AC-3 Tier and Sleeper class accommodation having all the modern facilities designed and operated by Indian Railways. "Humsafar" is a Hindi word meaning "life partner" or "soulmate" The first service was inaugurated on 16th December 2016 between Gorakhpur and Anand Vihar Terminal, New Delhi. The fares of Humsafar Express at the time of launch are around 15% - 20% higher compared to normal AC-3 tier and Sleeper class fares.