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First superfast train ‘Deccan Queen’ completes 86 years on the rails
The Deccan Queen is a daily train that has been running between the cities of Mumbai and Pune for the past 85 years.
Now as it celebrates its 86th birthday on June 1, 2016 we take a look back the history and many firsts that this extremely popular train has achieved in its past and why exactly it is so popular with everyday commuters between Mumbai and Pune.
The rake has seen umpteen numbers of faces (many regular), listened to a plethora of stories and made every traveler reach his or her destination without complain. One of many loyal helpers who have aided in the Queen’s service is S Jagannath, the head caterer, who recalls serving snacks to commuters for 40 years with the same love.
What commuters feel proud of is the evergreen charm and the feel of royalty the train possesses. Though travelling in the Queen remains a part of routine for some, it is this routine which has become their tradition. One of such traditions is to cut a cake weighing a number equal to the train’s age.
The RG Marathon Championship Run 2023 in Goa was a testament to inclusivity. Initially resistant to including persons with disabilities, it eventually featured wheelchair and standing categories, thanks to advocates’ efforts. Participants showed exceptional determination, emphasizing unity in diversity. Despite challenging weather, they demonstrated the power of community support, highlighting the need for accessibility and inclusion in all state-level events in Goa.
Following the marathon, a gathering of differently-abled individuals, predominantly wheelchair users, convened for a celebratory lunch at Barzilla. The event, orchestrated by Mr. Shariq Khan and Mr. Zain Aftab, proprietors of Barzilla, honored the birthday of Sadaf Fatima, who also uses a wheelchair and is Mr. Shariq Khan’s wife.
The lunch featured esteemed guests including the Tourism Minister of Goa, MLA Rohan Khaunte of Porvorim, Social Welfare Minister Subhash Phal Desai, and the State Commissioner for Persons with Disability in Goa, Guruprasad Pawaskar. The event was impeccably hosted by Ms. Falak Fatima and Mr. Adarsh Parashar, offering activities such as Karaoke and Billiards. The youth of Goa exhibited their unwavering support for the community, making the party an unequivocal success.
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