P K Goel, executive director of Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation told PTI that if finalised it would be another milestone in 'Public-Private-Partnership' project of Indian Railways in the sector.
The state already has the world famous 'Palace on Wheels' under its feet and recently the state tourism has decided to launch another luxury train to attract more and more tourists for its historic picturesque sites.
The project's future lies with the IRCTC, a public sector undertaking of Indian Railways, which would be funding the ministry's share in the project.
Oberoi's 'Luxury on Wheels' would be the third venture in the state, which would have unmistakable stamp of luxury, sumptuousness and splendour.
Goel said, "We are always looking for such ideas and the proposal from the Oberoi's is a first in this direction. We have no objection to anyone running such trains". He, however, said that the terms and ownership are yet to be worked out. "The Oberoi proposal is only a draft, we will see how much investment is required and work out the modalities. But I don't think there would be much problem".
The train will start from Delhi and will travel to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Chittor, Ranthambore, Agra before arriving back in Delhi. It will travel all night and reach a new destination every day.
