Bengaluru Khatipura Special Trains: Two New Pairs Announced
Indian Railways introduces two pairs of special trains between Bengaluru Cantt and Khatipura to manage the festive rush. Check schedules and routes.
To tackle the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season, Indian Railways has introduced Bengaluru Khatipura special trains. These two pairs of services are designed to provide much-needed relief to travelers heading home for the Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations.
Amit Sudarshan, the Chief Public Relations Officer of North Western Railway, confirmed the announcement, noting that these special services are part of a larger effort to manage the seasonal influx of passengers.
Schedule for the First Special Train Pair
The first set of special services will operate with a 20-coach composition to maximize capacity for travelers.
- Train No. 06563: This service departs from Bengaluru Cantt at 06:00 AM on November 11 and is scheduled to arrive at Khatipura at 11:10 AM on November 13.
- Train No. 06564: The return journey departs from Khatipura at 12:25 PM on November 19 and reaches Bengaluru Cantt at 09:00 AM on November 21.
Schedule for the Second Special Train Pair
The second pair of special trains will run with an 18-coach composition to assist with the heavy demand.
- Train No. 06583: This train will depart from Bengaluru Cantt at 06:00 AM on November 13, arriving at Khatipura at 11:10 AM on November 15.
- Train No. 06584: The return service will depart from Khatipura at 12:25 PM on November 22 and arrive back at Bengaluru Cantt at 09:00 AM on November 24.
Key Stoppages and Route Details
These special trains will connect several major stations, providing essential transit for passengers across multiple regions. The scheduled stoppages include:
- SMVT Bengaluru, Tumakuru, and Arsikere
- SSS Hubballi, Dharwad, and Belagavi
- Miraj, Pune, and Kalyan
- Vasai Road, Surat, and Vadodara
- Sabarmati, Abu Road, and Ajmer
- Kishangarh and Jaipur
This initiative is part of a massive nationwide operation by Indian Railways, which is currently running over 18,000 special trains to ensure smooth travel during the peak Diwali and Chhath Puja period.