Sachkhand Express: A train that carries a message of compassion, faith and equality

In a country where over 13,000 trains crisscross daily, transporting more than 2 crore passengers, one train quietly sets itself apart — not for its speed, luxury, or cutting-edge technology, but for something far more profound: Human kindness.

- Kamal Mishra

The Sachkhand Express (Train No. 12715), running between Hazur Sahib Nanded in Maharashtra and Sri Harmandir Sahib Amritsar in Punjab, is the only train in India where passengers are served free meals at major stations throughout its nearly 35-hour journey.

This unique tradition, rooted in the Sikh practice of Langar — the community kitchen that feeds all without discrimination — has been faithfully carried on for over 25 years.

According to the spokesperson of the Nanded division of South Central Railway, pantry service is available on this train. It is up to the passengers whether they wish to have the food offered by the 'Sevadars' (volunteers) or opt for the meals from the pantry car. The food served through the pantry car is priced as per standard railway rates.