Chhath Puja: SE Railway to Run 6 Special Trains
South Eastern Railway announces 6 special trains for Chhath Puja to manage passenger rush between Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
To accommodate the massive surge of passengers during the Chhath Puja festivities, the South Eastern Railway has announced the operation of six special trains. This initiative is designed to manage the heavy crowds and provide a smoother travel experience for devotees and families traveling across the region.
The special services will primarily connect key locations in Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, ensuring that commuters can reach their destinations with minimal inconvenience during this peak festive period.
Rourkela to Jhanjharpur Special Services
For passengers traveling between Rourkela and Jhanjharpur, the railway has scheduled the following special operations:
- Train No. 08105 (Rourkela to Jhanjharpur Special): This train will operate every Thursday from November 19 to November 26.
- Train No. 08106 (Jhanjharpur to Rourkela Special): The return journey will be operated every Friday from November 20 to November 27.
Shalimar to Darbhanga Special Services
To facilitate travel between Shalimar and Darbhanga, the following schedule has been set:
- Train No. 08109 (Shalimar to Darbhanga Special): Running every Tuesday from November 17 to November 24.
- Train No. 08110 (Darbhanga to Shalimar Special): Running every Wednesday from November 18 to November 25.
Ranchi to Purnia Court Special Services
The third set of special trains will connect Ranchi and Purnia Court to help manage the festive rush:
- Train No. 08625 (Ranchi to Purnia Court Special): Scheduled to run every Friday from November 20 to November 27.
- Train No. 08626 (Purnia Court to Ranchi Special): Scheduled to run every Saturday from November 21 to November 28.
These additional services are a significant relief for travelers, helping to regulate the passenger load on existing routes during one of the busiest times of the year.