PremiumIn a first, an aquatic kingdom has been set up at a Bengaluru Railway station. From rare species of fishes to exotic marine plants, the facility promises to give a visual treat to passengers for a entry fee of just ₹25. Currently, 25 visitors can visit the aquarium at a time in the view of the pandemic.
The one-of-its-kind aquatic park at Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station has been developed by Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation Ltd(IRSDC) in collaboration with HNi Aquatic Kingdom.
The 12-feet long aquatic kingdom at the railway station is Indian Railways first paludarium that houses myriad flora and fauna. "Its entrance gives a glimpse into marine life, with a beautiful dolphin humbly greeting visitors with a slight bow and a smile," a Indian Railways release said.
The aquarium is based on the Amazon River concept and promises to be a visual treat and a passenger's delight.
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In addition to enhancing the passenger experience, the initiative would be a revenue earner for Indian Railways, the release said, adding that a nominal entry fee of ₹25 has been kept per passenger.
"This aquatic kingdom will entice passengers and visitors and it will not only be an enjoyable experience but also educative to experience a life size kingdom of fishes here, IRSDC MD&CEO S K Lohia said.
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"Even following strict COVID related protocols, up to 25 visitors can visit the aquarium at a time," he added.
IRSDC has been entrusted with the mandate to undertake facility management at five railway stations--KSR Bengaluru, Pune, Anand Vihar, Chandigarh and Secunderabad-- to enhance customer experience and make travel a safe and hassle-free experience.
Shortly, IRSDC will be undertaking facility management of 90 more stations in a phased manner.
(With inputs from agencies)
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