Indian Railways Special Trains: The festive season is approaching, and railway passengers travelling home for Durga Puja, Diwali and Chhath are already facing heavy demand for confirmed tickets. During the peak festive period, seats on popular routes can fill up within minutes of bookings opening.
To manage the expected rush and provide additional travel options, Indian Railways has announced several festival special trains connecting major cities with destinations across Bihar. The services are scheduled to operate from September and October through November.
The announcement was shared by East Central Railway, which said that special trains would be operated for passenger convenience during the upcoming festive season.
Special Trains Announced for Bihar and Other Routes
A total of eight pairs of festival special trains have been announced for different destinations. These services will connect places such as Patna, Muzaffarpur, Jogbani, Sitamarhi and Patliputra with cities including Chandigarh, Delhi, Anand Vihar, Firozpur Cantt and Rishikesh.
Here is the complete list of trains mentioned in the announcement:
| Train No. | Route | Day | Service Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04512 | Chandigarh – Patna | Thursday | October 1 to November 26 |
| 04511 | Patna – Chandigarh | Friday | October 2 to November 27 |
| 04616 | Firozpur Cantt – Patna | Tuesday | October 6 to November 24 |
| 04615 | Patna – Firozpur Cantt | Wednesday | October 7 to November 25 |
| 04008 | Anand Vihar – Jogbani | Saturday | October 10 to November 7 |
| 04007 | Jogbani – Anand Vihar | Sunday | October 11 to November 8 |
| 04028 | Anand Vihar – Muzaffarpur | Tuesday, Friday | October 13 to November 24 |
| 04027 | Muzaffarpur – Anand Vihar | Wednesday, Saturday | October 14 to November 25 |
| 04010 | Delhi – Sitamarhi | Thursday | October 15 to November 19 |
| 04009 | Sitamarhi – Delhi | Saturday | October 17 to November 21 |
| 04014 | Anand Vihar – Laukha Bazar | Daily | September 16 to November 29 |
| 04013 | Laukha Bazar – Anand Vihar | Daily | September 17 to November 30 |
| 04314 | Rishikesh – Muzaffarpur | Sunday | October 4 to November 29 |
| 04313 | Muzaffarpur – Rishikesh | Monday | October 5 to November 30 |
| 04096 | Anand Vihar – Patliputra | Daily | October 1 to November 29 |
| 04095 | Patliputra – Anand Vihar | Daily | October 2 to November 30 |
Special Trains to Help Manage Festive Rush
The additional services are expected to provide relief to passengers travelling during the busiest period of the year. Routes connecting major cities with Bihar are particularly important during Diwali and Chhath, when large numbers of people travel to their hometowns.
Passengers who could not secure seats on regular trains may get another opportunity to travel through these special services.
Check Train Details Before Booking
Travellers should carefully check the train number, operating day, boarding station and service date before making a reservation. Since special trains may operate only on specific days, selecting the correct travel date is important.
Passengers should also verify the latest schedule and availability through official railway booking and enquiry channels before travelling, as timings or operational details can be updated.
Plan Your Festival Journey in Advance
With demand expected to remain high during Diwali and Chhath, passengers should avoid waiting until the last moment to make travel arrangements. If you are planning to travel to Bihar or nearby destinations during the festive season, check these special trains as an alternative to regular services.
For the most accurate information about routes, timings, stoppages, ticket availability and cancellations, passengers should rely on the latest official railway notification or enquiry services.
Note: The dates listed above are based on the provided railway announcement. Passengers should confirm the latest operational status and timetable before booking or starting their journey.