As Diwali and Chhat Puja approach, Indian Railways has taken a commendable step to meet the massive travel demand by scheduling 740 special train trips across the country. This initiative aims to make holiday travel smoother for millions and ease the typical festive rush on public transport. With strategic routes and enhanced services, these special trains are here to make a difference during India’s busiest travel season.
What are Special Train Services?
Special trains are additional trains introduced temporarily to cater to high passenger demand during festivals, holidays, or peak travel periods. They operate on popular routes, connecting major cities and religious destinations, and are intended to handle the increased crowd effectively.
Diwali and Chhat Puja: Peak Travel Season in India
Diwali, the festival of lights, and Chhat Puja, a significant festival especially in North and East India, witness a massive surge in travel as people journey to celebrate with family and friends. These festivals see thousands booking tickets to return home, making train travel a convenient, affordable, and reliable choice.
These trains include AC Specials, trains with mixed combination of AC, Sleeper and General coaches and also Unreserved Specials.
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