Durga Puja, Diwali, Chhath rush: Indian Railways to operate 3.4 lakh regular train trips, notifies 8,000+ special trips
Indian Railways is preparing to operate 3.4 lakh regular train trips during the festive season from October 1 to November 30, 2026, compared to 3.3 lakh trips last year. To meet the rising demand during Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath, the Railways has notified 8,454 special train trips as of October 13. The regular timetable remains the backbone of festive travel arrangements, with more than 16,000 additional regular service trips scheduled compared to the previous year.
Additionally, the Railways plans to introduce new services and regularise special trains to handle the increased demand.
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