Indian Railways will run an AC Special train between Varanasi and Chandigarh starting May 14 to manage the heavy rush during summer vacations. This train will travel via Lucknow to provide easier connectivity for passengers. The Ambala Division of Indian Railways officially announced this service to help people traveling during the holiday season.
What is the schedule and route of the Varanasi-Chandigarh Special?
The train will operate twice a week and will complete a total of 18 trips between May 14 and July 13. It will stop at several key stations to ensure maximum reach for passengers.
| Train Number | Route | Days of Operation | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04227 | Varanasi to Chandigarh | Thursday, Sunday | 11:05 AM | 04:20 AM (Next Day) |
| 04228 | Chandigarh to Varanasi | Friday, Monday | 06:00 AM | 12:55 AM (Next Day) |
The train will cover stations including Varanasi, Raebareli, Lucknow, Alamnagar, Shahjahanpur, Bareilly, Moradabad, Roorkee, and Ambala.
What are the coach details and overall summer plan?
The special train consists of 19 coaches, which include AC, Sleeper, and General categories. This is part of a larger plan where Indian Railways is running over 18,000 summer special trips between April 15 and July 15, 2026. Northern Railway alone will operate 1,800 special trains, adding about 3.5 lakh extra seats. Senior DCM Yashanjit Singh of Ambala Division confirmed the schedule, while Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed officials to prioritize passenger convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
वाराणसी-चंडीगढ़ स्पेशल ट्रेन कब से कब तक चलेगी?
यह ट्रेन 14 मई से 13 जुलाई तक चलेगी और सप्ताह में दो दिन संचालित होगी।
इस ट्रेन में कौन-कौन से कोच उपलब्ध होंगे?
इस ट्रेन में कुल 19 कोच होंगे, जिनमें AC, स्लीपर और जनरल श्रेणी के कोच शामिल हैं।