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Indian Railways to operate 1,000+ festival special trains for Diwali, Chhath rush
With booking surges overwhelming regular services ahead of the major festivals, Indian Railways is deploying additional special train services to ease travel demand. The move comes as passengers face long waiting lists and sold-out seats on conventional routes.
LSN India ·
Indian Railways is ramping up services with over 1,000 special train departures to accommodate the surge in passenger traffic during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festival periods. The additional services aim to provide relief as millions of Indians travel to their home states for the celebrations.
Bookings for regular trains across multiple routes have filled rapidly, with many services showing regret lists and extended waiting periods. Railway authorities have observed unprecedented demand as travellers rush to secure tickets well in advance of the festive season.
The special festival train services represent a critical lifeline for passengers unable to secure seats on conventional routes. These additional services will operate across key corridors to major destinations, with staggered departure timings to distribute crowd load.
Railway officials have advised passengers to check detailed route schedules and timing information through official channels. The special services are expected to significantly enhance capacity and provide alternative options for those planning festival travel during this high-demand period.