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HUMAN INTEREST
Dec 6, 2025

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Katra–Srinagar Vande Bharat

Humanity on the Move: A Tender Moment Amidst the Rush

"If compassion had an award today, it would go to this young woman." A simple act of kindness by an IRCTC hostess touches thousands of hearts.

By The Editorial DeskDec 6, 2025
Compassion on Train
"The Vande Bharat" — Coach C2

In an age of fast travel, tight schedules, and hurried lives, it is often the smallest gestures that remind us that kindness is still very much alive. Such a moment recently touched the hearts of passengers aboard the Vande Bharat Express on the Katra–Srinagar route.

A heartwarming incident—captured by a fellow traveler—has now become a symbol of IRCTC’s commitment to empathy. It wasn’t about food service or seat comfort. It was simpler yet profound: the warmth of a human heart.

A Cry That Stirred a Coach

The child’s mother, visibly exhausted, tried every trick... but the little one’s wails only grew louder.

A Hostess Steps In

One of the young IRCTC hostesses approached quietly. Without hesitation, she addressed the worried mother with a warm smile: “Please have your meal peacefully. I’ll take care of the baby.”

In mere seconds, something magical happened. Nestled in the arms of a stranger, the child found calm. The mother watched with tears welling in her eyes. Someone whispered, “This is the real Vande Bharat.”

The Journey

Katra
Srinagar

Amidst the valleys, a story unfolded.

Beyond Service

The Vande Bharat trains are celebrated for innovation, but the most important aspect is the people. This moment reflects a larger truth: IRCTC’s service philosophy extends far beyond logistics. It touches lives.

The hostess’s gesture was not listed in her job responsibilities. There was no script—only the instinctive response of a kind soul.

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