The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway earned a total revenue of one crore forty-one lakh twenty-three thousand one hundred rupees during the recent Durga Puja holidays. The historic toy train saw massive interest from tourists visiting the hills during the festive season.
According to the data released by the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a total of twelve thousand passengers travelled on the toy train between October 1 and October 21.
This heavy passenger movement brought huge financial gains for the railway department in just twenty-one days.The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Darjeeling Himalayan Railway remains a major tourist attraction due to the scenic mountain views and tea gardens along the route.
Both steam and diesel engines provide a unique travel experience for visitors exploring the hill region.