Northern Railway and Eastern Railway have announced weekly summer special trains between Anand Vihar Terminal and Dankuni in West Bengal. These trains will help manage the heavy rush of passengers during the summer vacation. The move aims to provide relief to travelers from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal who face difficulties in getting confirmed tickets.
What are the timings and dates for these special trains?
The trains will operate for a total of seven trips. Train number 03009 will run from Dankuni to Anand Vihar Terminal every Saturday from May 9 to June 27, 2026, except on May 23. It departs Dankuni at 00:30 and reaches Anand Vihar the next day at 13:30. Train number 03010 will run from Anand Vihar Terminal to Dankuni every Sunday from May 10 to June 28, 2026, except on May 24. It departs at 15:00 and arrives at Dankuni the next day at 23:30.
Which stations will these trains cover?
These special trains will stop at several key stations to ensure maximum connectivity for passengers. The major halts include:
| Region | Major Halts |
|---|---|
| West Bengal & Jharkhand | Durgapur, Asansol, Chittaranjan, Madhupur, Jasidih |
| Bihar & UP | Jhajha, Gaya, Dehri on Sone, Sasaram, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Jn, Prayagraj, Govindpuri, Etawah, Tundla |
What facilities will be available for passengers?
Railway officials, including CPRO Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, confirmed that these trains will feature AC, Sleeper, and General class coaches. This ensures that passengers from all budget groups can travel comfortably. The maintenance of the rakes will be handled by Eastern Railway to ensure smooth operations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many trips will the Anand Vihar-Dankuni special train make?
These special trains will operate for a total of seven trips between May and June 2026.
On which dates will the trains NOT operate?
Train 03009 will not run on May 23, and Train 03010 will not run on May 24.