Which one of the following statements is correct? ‘Deccan Odyssey’ is:
- AA book on Chatrapati Shivaji
- BA warship recently acquired by the Indian Navy
- CA recently started air service between Mumbai and Colombo
- DA luxury train which travels through Maharashtra and includes Goa in its journeyCorrect
Explanation
Deccan Odyssey is a luxury tourist train modeled on the Palace on Wheels. It was launched as a joint venture between the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation and the Indian Railways. The train primarily operates in the state of Maharashtra, covering major tourist destinations like Ajanta and Ellora caves, and also extends its journey to include Goa. Its objective is to promote tourism by offering a five star hotel experience on wheels. Therefore, option D is the correct description.
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