Dehradun, July 15 -- Ramnagar in Kumaon region is set to get direct rail connectivity with the state capital, Dehradun, from 18 July, fulfilling a long-pending demand of local residents. Announcing the development, Rajya Sabha MP Anil Baluni today shared that the launch of the direct train service would significantly improve connectivity for people travelling between Ramnagar and Dehradun while also benefiting tourists visiting the Corbett National Park and pilgrims coming to Uttarakhand.

Baluni described the launch of the direct train service as a major gift for the people of the region and expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for according priority to railway projects and services in...