New Delhi: Some 39 trains originating from Indore will now offer head and foot massage services to passengers on board, Railway officials said on Saturday.
The service will which be available for Rs 100 per passenger, has been rolled out with immediate effect.
Rajesh Dutt Bajpai, Director Media of the Railway Ministry told IANS, “The Ratlam Division has issued an order on June 7 for provision of head and foot massage facilities to passengers on 39 trains originating from the Indore railway station under the New, Innovative Non-Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme (NINFRIS) policy.”
Bajpai said that each train would have about three-to-five masseurs, who will be hired on contract. “The contractors and the masseurs would be given identity cards after proper background checks.”
The trains on which the service has been provided include Malwa Express, Indore-Lingampalli Humsafar Express, Avantika Express, Indore-Veraval Mahamana Express, Shipra Express, Narmada Express, Ahilya Nagari Express, Panchvally Express, Indore-Pune Express.
This was a proposal from the Ratlam division of Western Railway zone, the official said.
“This is the first time in history of railways that we will provide massaging service for passenger comfort on running trains. It will not only increase revenue but also add passengers.
Railways will earn an additional revenue of Rs. 20 lakh annually and an estimated increase of Rs. 90 lakh per year through additional sale of tickets from about 20,000 passengers who will avail the services,” the director said. (Agencies)
Benefits of massage while travelling
Traveling is enjoyable when you love to move around, but it is stressful for those forced to travel for business. Nonetheless, including massage to your list of self-care is one way to stay energized and focused. Let’s look at other benefits you will get from massage during your travels.
As you travel you become stressed, which builds up a pressure in the mind and body. Besides, getting a good massage will relieve the pressure in your mind and body in a matter of minutes. Also, massage techniques lower stress hormone in the body and stimulates the body to produce more ‘feel good’ hormones like serotonin, endorphins, dopamine, and oxytocin.
Foot massage
Among the potential foot massage benefits is a reduction of tension and stress.
The pressure applied by the reflexologist can send a calming message from the nerves in your feet to your central nervous system, according to the University of Minnesota.
In turn, the body adjusts tension levels and enhances overall relaxation.
While more research is needed to support the stress relief benefits of reflexology, a small February 2011 study published in the Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing found a link between foot massage and less tension.
According to the study, a one-hour self-reflexology session three times a week for six weeks reduced stress and fatigue.
With the feet exposed to rapid wear and tear due to daily use, a foot massage has been believed to maintain the health of the feet.
With the concentration on the feet, muscles are more stimulated resulting to improved circulation and less stiffness and tension.
Foot massage has also been known to boost the immune system. Individuals who regularly have foot massages claim that they do not get sick frequently.
Head massage
Getting a head massage is one of the best ways to release every day stress and anxiety. It also helps relieve headaches. Here are some of the advantages –
– It relaxes and calms your mind
– It helps reduce stress
– Helps improve concentration
– Activates blood circulation in different parts of your body
– It aids in quick and sound sleep
– It strengthens your hair roots
Do it at home
– Take an oil of your choice. Olive oil and coconut oil are considered to be the best ones.
– Heat the oil a bit
– Start by applying the oil slowly on your scalp
– Make sure that you apply oil slowly with your fingers on your scalp
– After you’ve applied the oil properly, put your fingers inside your hair and rub your scalp slowly.
– Do not rub your scalp forcefully as it could lead to hairfall.
– You can also massage your forehead and neck during this process