Bengaluru: As BMTC starts 'Divya Darshana' service, people swarm temples

Bengaluru’s residents were greeted with a spiritual and convenient offering today as the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) launched its much-awaited “Divya Darshana” one-day temple tour package. This special initiative aims to make temple visits hassle-free and comfortable, especially for those keen to explore Bengaluru's renowned temples in a single day.

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On its first day, the response from Bengalureans was overwhelming, with more than 200 people booking the tour. BMTC deployed three fully air-conditioned buses, all of which were quickly filled. Encouraged by this positive response, tomorrow’s tour is also fully booked.

The “Divya Darshana” package covers eight prominent temples in the city: Gali Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Rajarajeshwari Temple, Shrungagiri Shanmukha Temple, Kurumariamma Temple, Omkar Hills, ISKCON Vaikuntha Hill Temple, Art of Living Ashram, and Banashankari Temple. This carefully curated itinerary ensures devotees and visitors get a spiritual experience, while also enjoying the comfort and convenience of BMTC’s transport services.

The tour operates on weekends and public holidays, with plans to extend to weekdays depending on demand. Pricing is kept reasonable, with the adult fare set at Rs 472 and children’s fare at Rs 350. The initiative caters to both family outings and group spiritual trips.

BMTC’s “Divya Darshana” is a step forward in promoting cultural and spiritual tourism within the city, offering not just transportation but a memorable experience for devotees. With such a strong initial response, the city’s temple-goers can now look forward to an easier, organized way to visit multiple temples in a day.