Episode 2: Journey from Mokalsar to Sabarmati Jn Station via Bhildi Jn and Patan branch.

Episode 2: Journey from Mokalsar to Sabarmati Jn Station via Bhildi Jn and Patan branch.
Date- 9-03-2024.
On-board the 20485 Jodhpur Express from Jodhpur to Sabarmati, hauled by Electro Motive Diesel Engine.
Total distance- 458 Kilometers.
Accommodation- Air-conditioned (3A).
Fare- 790 INR.
The journey from Jodhpur to Odhava is traversed over the North Western Railway (NWR), while the stretch from Odhava and Bhildi Junction to Sabarmati Junction falls under the Western Railway (WR) network. This route showcases the transition between two significant railway zones, reflecting the diversity of India's extensive railway system and connecting Rajasthan with Gujarat through a seamless rail experience.
0:30 minutes - Leaving Mokalsar Station towards Jalore.
0:52 minutes onwards - View of the rocky terrains of the Aravallis along the railway track. The rugged landscape, dotted with ancient rock formations, offers a stunning backdrop as the train weaves through this historic mountain range.
7:56 minutes onwards - Arriving into Jalore Railway Station. Jalore, known as Granite City, is a prominent city in western Rajasthan and the administrative headquarters of Jalore District.
10:07 minutes onwards- Interior view of Air-conditioned 3-tier coach, highlighting the Side Upper Berth and Side Lower Berth.
18:59 minutes onwards - View of Side Lower Berth, Side Upper Berth, Lower Berth, Middle Berth and Upper Berth.
21:38 minutes onwards - Goods train, hauled with a Diesel locomotive, awaits our train to cross.
22:59 minutes onwards- - View of sand dunes. The sweeping dunes, with their golden hues and undulating shapes, create a mesmerizing landscape as the train passes through the arid region.
27:35 minutes - Arrival at Raniwara Station.
48:16 minutes onwards - The Palanpur- Deesa- Gandhidham (Kutch District) Main line joins us at Bhildi Junction.
49:02 minutes - Our train 20485 Express now enters the jurisdiction of the Western Railway network. It runs under the North Western Railway from Jodhpur to Odhava, just 6-7 kilometers from Bhildi.
51:33 minutes - Diesel locomotives from Gandhidham shed.
52:38 minutes- The old metre-gauge building still reminds me of the glorious metre-gauge era of Railways in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
53:22 minutes - An electric locomotive at Bhildi Junction, hauling a goods train towards the Little Rann of Kutch. This is the first time I've seen an electric locomotive on this route, which was previously a diesel paradise.
56:32 minutes- Departure from Bhildi Jn.
56:58 minutes onwards - Bhildi Junction is a major railway station in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, on the Western Railway network. It serves as a junction for the Palanpur- Deesa- Bhildi- Gandhidham Main line, Bhildi-Samdari branch line, and Bhildi-Patan branch line. It is 46 kilometers from Palanpur Junction and serves Passenger, Express, and Superfast trains.
1:01:10 hours - Our train 20485 Express takes the bifurcation from the Gandhidham bound main line track via Adesar station (Little Rann of Kutch). This main line was metre-gauge until the 2000s. The train switches to the branch line to Mehsana Junction via Patan and Ranuj Junction.
1:06:15 hours- Arrival at Patan railway station.
1:07:34 hours - Departure from Patan Railway Station.
1:08:20 hours - Patan city seen from the moving train towards Mehsana line.
1:13:44 hours - Approaching Ranuj Junction station. The branch line from Harij via Chanasma Junction station is visible. The Harij to Chanasma line is still metre-gauge but non-operational.
1:17:18 hours - The main line from Delhi Junction via Ajmer Junction and Palanpur Junction joins us at Mehsana Junction.
1:17:34 hours - One of the tracks comes from Taranga Hills, which has been converted from metre-gauge to broad-gauge, and is functional up to Varetha, one station before Taranga Hills.
1:24:10 hours - Main line to Okha via Viramgam Branch. At one time, all metre-gauge trains originated from Mehsana Junction and proceeded to Rajkot, Dwarka, and Okha via the Viramgam branch line.
1:26:36 hours onwards- Metre-gauge remnants-
1:30:15 hours - Arrival at Sabarmati Station.
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This episode highlights the scenic journey from Mokalsar to Sabarmati, covering important junctions and delving into the rich history of the railway during the metre-gauge era. Enjoy the captivating views and the fascinating stories of how these routes have evolved over time.

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Bahut khoob, great compilation bhai❤❤