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Posted: Feb 25 (13:41)

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Feb 25 (13:41)   24228/Kanpur Central - Varanasi Varuna Express
AdityaUnnao
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Anyone remember the Varuna Express?

Calling all train lovers! Today, let's reminisce about the legendary Varuna Express. This pre-pandemic train used to be the go-to for people travelling from Kanpur to Varanasi, stopping at familiar stations like Unnao, Lucknow, and Sultanpur. Those were the good old days!

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the problem now: there's no train that directly connects Kanpur and Varanasi anymore. The only options are long-distance trains that come to Kanpur already full of passengers. Not exactly convenient, right?

But there's more to the story. For the people of Unnao, the Varuna Express wasn't just a train, it was a lifesaver. It provided a much-needed daily connection to bigger cities.

Now, there's the 20401/02 Lucknow Varanasi Shuttle Superfast Express, kind of like a new version of the Varuna Express, but it only runs between Lucknow and Varanasi. While it helps people in Lucknow, it leaves Kanpur and Unnao feeling a bit stranded.

So, what's the point? The Varuna Express was more than just a train; it was a crucial connection for many cities and their people. While the 20401/02 exists, it doesn't quite replace the original. Hopefully, someday, the Varuna Express might return, reconnecting cities and making travel easier for everyone!

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