Indian Railways has extended the services of special trains running from Dhanbad to provide relief to passengers. Due to high demand, the Dhanbad-Shakur Basti Special trips are now extended until July 31, 2026. Officials are also working to make these special services regular based on passenger response.
What are the new dates for Dhanbad-Shakur Basti Special trains
The 03639 Dhanbad-Shakur Basti Special will operate every Monday and Friday from July 17 to July 31, 2026. In return, the 03640 Shakur Basti-Dhanbad Special will run every Tuesday and Saturday from July 18 to August 1, 2026. Bookings for these extended dates are already open for the public.
Current status of bookings and regularization
Special trains to Delhi, Chandigarh, and Shakur Basti have seen a massive response. The Dhanbad-Delhi Special is fully booked until July 4, while the Shakur Basti train is full until July 3 and the Chandigarh train until July 5. Dhanbad Division officials are in talks with East Central Railway and the Railway Board to convert these into regular services.
| Train Route | Booking Status / Extension | Update |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanbad to Delhi | Full until July 4 | Possible regularization soon |
| Dhanbad to Shakur Basti | Full until July 3 | Extended till July 31, 2026 |
| Dhanbad to Chandigarh | Full until July 5 | Extended until January 2026 |
Possible expansion to Jammu
If the Railway Board approves the regularization of these special trains, officials may explore the possibility of extending the service to Jammu. This move would further benefit passengers traveling from Dhanbad to Northern India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Dhanbad-Shakur Basti Special train कब तक चलेगी
ट्रेन संख्या 03639 और 03640 की सेवाओं को 31 जुलाई 2026 तक बढ़ा दिया गया है।
क्या ये स्पेशल ट्रेनें नियमित होंगी
धनबाद डिवीजन के अधिकारी East Central Railway और Railway Board से इन्हें नियमित करने के लिए प्रयास कर रहे हैं।