Ahmedabad-Malda Town Special: New Eidgah Halt Announced
To manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season, Indian Railways has introduced the Ahmedabad Malda Town special train service. This initiative is designed to provide relief to commuters during the busy Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja festivities.
Scheduled Halt at Eidgah Station
In a significant move to improve connectivity for travelers, the Western Railway has confirmed that the special services (Train numbers 09401/09402) will include a scheduled halt at Eidgah station in Agra.
Detailed Train Schedule and Timings
The special services will operate for a total of 14 trips in each direction. The specific schedule is as follows:
- Train 09401 (Ahmedabad to Malda Town): This service will depart from Ahmedabad every Wednesday, running from October 14 to November 25, 2026. It is scheduled to arrive at Eidgah at 5:30 AM on Thursdays, with a brief five-minute stop before departing at 5:35 AM.
- Train 09402 (Malda Town to Ahmedabad): The return service will depart from Malda Town every Friday, operating from October 16 to November 27, 2026. This train is scheduled to reach Eidgah on Sundays at 8:20 PM.
Coach Composition and Booking Information
To cater to a wide range of passengers, the train composition includes the following classes:
- AC 3-tier
- Sleeper Class
- General Second Class
According to Sanjay Kumar Gautam, Public Relations Officer of the Railway Division, and Mukesh Kumar, Public Relations Officer of the Ratlam Division of Western Railway, these trains will operate under special fares.
Bookings for these services opened on October 13, 2026, and can be completed through the IRCTC website or at PRS counters. Passengers traveling across Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal are encouraged to verify coach composition, detailed timetables, and seat availability via the official Indian Railways website before finalizing their travel plans.