East Central Railway has decided to operate 14 special trains on June 16 and 17, 2026, for candidates appearing in the Bihar Police recruitment exam. This decision comes after reports of chaos and protests by students at Patliputra Junction on June 14. The arrangement aims to help around 5.5 lakh candidates reach their destinations safely.
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What is the schedule for special trains on June 16?
On June 16, five special trains will operate from Patna and Patna Sahib areas to Seemanchal, Mithilanchal, Champaran, and Magadh regions. These trains will help candidates move toward their exam centers and homes.
| Route | Departure Time | Via/Stops |
|---|---|---|
| Patliputra to Kishanganj | 8:00 PM | Begusarai, Khagaria, Naugachia, Katihar |
| Patna Jn to Narkatiaganj | 9:00 PM | Patliputra, Sonpur, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Chakia, Motihari, Bettiah |
| Patliputra to Araria | 10:00 PM | Begusarai, Khagaria, Naugachia, Katihar |
| Patliputra to Naugachia | 11:00 PM | Patliputra, Begusarai, Khagaria |
| Patna Jn to Bhabua | 11:30 PM | Taregna, Jehanabad, Gaya, Dehri on Son, Sasaram |
What is the plan for return trains on June 17?
To manage the rush after the exam on June 17, the railway will run nine special trains. Additional staff and security have been deployed at major stations to manage the crowd and guide the passengers.
| Route | Departure Time |
|---|---|
| Patna Jn to Gaya | 7:15 AM |
| Buxar to Patna | 6:00 PM |
| Buxar to Danapur | 1:30 PM |
| Kiul to Gaya | 12:30 PM |
| Gaya to Kiul | 5:30 PM |
| Bakhtiyarpur to Rajgir | 8:00 AM & 3:30 PM |
| Rajgir to Bakhtiyarpur | 1:00 PM & 6:15 PM |
What actions were taken after the Patliputra Junction incident?
Following the unrest on June 14, an FIR has been filed against 500 unknown people and six individuals have been arrested. Railway IG Amresh Kumar stated that some students intended to create trouble rather than take the exam. A team is currently assessing the damage to ticket counters, train windows, and platform lights.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many candidates are expected for the exam on June 17?
ADG Rail Police Dr. Kamal Kishore Singh stated that approximately 5.5 lakh candidates are expected to appear for the Prohibition Department recruitment exam.
Why did the railway decide to run these special trains?
The decision was taken by East Central Railway to control the expected crowd and provide convenience to students following the chaos at Patliputra Junction on June 14.