Chhath Puja Special: 2 New Trains via Saharanpur for Bihar Travelers
Indian Railways launches two special trains via Saharanpur to manage the Chhath Puja rush towards Bihar. Check the Sirhind-Saharsa and Chandigarh-Katihar schedules.
To manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the Chhath Puja festivities, Indian Railways has introduced two special train services. Operating under the 'Train on Demand' scheme, these services aim to provide much-needed relief to commuters traveling towards Bihar through the Saharanpur and Yamunanagar-Jagadhri routes.
Details of the Sirhind–Saharsa Unreserved Special
The first service, the 04568 Sirhind–Saharsa Unreserved Special, has already begun its operations to assist travelers. The train departed from Sirhind on November 9 and reached the Ambala Cantt railway station at 2:58 PM. After a brief stop, it departed at 3:03 PM, heading toward Saharsa, Bihar, via the Saharanpur and Yamunanagar-Jagadhri routes.
Chandigarh–Katihar Special Schedule
In addition to the Sirhind service, the Ambala Division has also scheduled the 04570 Chandigarh–Katihar Special to accommodate the holiday rush. The details for this service are as follows:
- Departure from Chandigarh: 11:00 PM on November 9.
- Arrival at Ambala Cantt: 11:50 PM on November 9.
- Departure from Ambala Cantt: 12:00 AM on November 10.
This train will also follow the route via Yamunanagar-Jagadhri and Saharanpur to reach its destination in Katihar.
Managing the Festive Rush
Railway officials stated that these special services were implemented specifically to alleviate the heavy pressure on regular train services during the festive season. By adding these extra trains, the administration hopes to ensure a smoother travel experience for the thousands of passengers heading home for the celebrations.
The administration has appealed to all passengers to avoid crowding or pushing while boarding and deboarding trains. Passengers are encouraged to cooperate with railway authorities to ensure a safe and orderly journey for everyone.