Indian Railways has announced special arrangements for devotees travelling to Vindhyachal during the Sharadiya Navratri festival. North Central Railway has announced that 22 express trains and 12 MEMU services will stop at Vindhyachal railway station to make travel more convenient for passengers visiting the famous Vindhyavasini Temple.
According to the railway zone’s announcement on X, several long-distance trains will also receive temporary halts during the Navratri fair. These include services operating on the Howrah–Jodhpur and Howrah–Bikaner routes, along with trains connecting Delhi and Patna.
The additional stoppages are intended to help devotees reach Vindhyachal more easily during the busy festive period.
Vindhyachal Train Stoppages From October 11 to 26
The special arrangements will remain in effect for 16 days, from October 11 to October 26. During this period, selected express and superfast trains will make brief stops at Vindhyachal railway station.
The temporary halts are expected to benefit passengers travelling from different parts of the country to attend the Navratri celebrations and visit the Vindhyavasini Temple.
Passengers planning their journeys during these dates should check the applicable train schedules, routes and stoppage timings before travelling. The temporary halt arrangements apply to selected services rather than every train passing through the station.
Express and MEMU Trains to Receive Special Halts
North Central Railway has announced stoppages for 22 express trains, while 12 MEMU services will also stop at Vindhyachal railway station during the specified period.
Long-distance services operating on the Howrah–Jodhpur and Howrah–Bikaner routes are among those mentioned in the announcement. Selected trains running between Delhi and Patna will also receive temporary halts.
These arrangements are intended to improve access to Vindhyachal during the festival, when a large number of devotees are expected to travel to the temple.
Passengers should consult the official railway announcement for the complete list of affected trains, as individual services may have different schedules and stoppage timings.
Railway Helpline 139 for Train Information
Indian Railways has advised passengers to obtain the latest information about train timings, routes and stoppages before starting their journeys.
Travellers can call railway helpline 139 for assistance with train-related queries. Checking official updates in advance can help passengers plan their trips and avoid confusion during the Navratri rush.
The temporary stoppages are part of the railway arrangements for the 16-day festival period, helping accommodate the additional travel demand associated with the Vindhyavasini Temple celebrations.
| Train Number | Train Route | Frequency | Halting Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12307 | Howrah – Jodhpur | 4 days a week | 11:03 – 11:05 |
| 22307 | Howrah – Bikaner | 3 days a week | 11:03 – 11:05 |
| 12308 | Jodhpur – Howrah | 4 days a week | 16:35 – 16:37 |
| 22308 | Bikaner – Howrah | 3 days a week | 16:35 – 16:37 |
| 12801 | Puri – Anand Vihar Terminal | Daily | 18:15 – 18:17 |
| 12802 | Anand Vihar Terminal – Puri | Daily | 07:56 – 07:58 |
| 12141 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Patliputra | Daily | 22:30 – 22:32 |
| 12142 | Patliputra – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | Daily | 16:05 – 16:07 |
| 12487 | Jogbani – Anand Vihar Terminal | Daily | 10:40 – 10:42 |
| 12488 | Anand Vihar Terminal – Jogbani | Daily | 18:00 – 18:02 |
| 15657 | Delhi – Kamakhya | Daily | 08:58 – 09:00 |
| 15658 | Kamakhya – Delhi | Daily | 17:48 – 17:50 |
| 15945 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Dibrugarh | 2 days a week | 05:50 – 05:52 |
| 15946 | Dibrugarh – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | 2 days a week | 19:05 – 19:07 |
| 15647 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Guwahati | Weekly (1 day) | 05:50 – 05:52 |
| 15648 | Guwahati – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | Weekly (1 day) | 19:05 – 19:07 |
| 12335 | Bhagalpur – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | Weekly (2 days) | 19:05 – 19:07 |
| 12336 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Bhagalpur | Weekly (2 days) | 05:50 – 05:52 |
| 12295 | SMVB Bengaluru – Danapur | Daily | 01:40 – 01:42 |
| 12296 | Danapur – SMVB Bengaluru | Daily | 00:35 – 00:37 |
| 12167 | Lokmanya Tilak Terminus – Banaras | Daily | 22:15 – 22:17 |
| 12168 | Banaras – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus | Daily | 12:10 – 12:12 |
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general informational purposes only. Train stoppages, schedules and operational arrangements may change according to official railway decisions. The complete list of affected services and their timings should be verified through official Indian Railways or North Central Railway announcements before travelling. Passengers are advised to contact railway helpline 139 for the latest information.