Delhi-Howrah Festive Special Trains to Ease Diwali Rush
To tackle the massive surge in passenger demand during the upcoming festive season, Indian Railways has finalized a proposal to operate reserved special trains between Delhi and Howrah via Prayagraj. This initiative is specifically designed to cater to travelers celebrating Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath, helping to reduce the long waitlists typically seen during this peak period.
New Special Service: Train 04092/04091
A new special train service, designated as 04092/04091, will operate a single trip in each direction to accommodate the high volume of travelers. The schedule is as follows:
- Train 04092: Departs from Delhi on October 17, 2026, and reaches Howrah on the same day.
- Train 04091: Departs from Howrah on October 18, 2026, arriving in Prayagraj on October 19, 2026.
This service will provide connectivity through several key stations, including:
- Tundla
- Prayagraj
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction
- Sasaram
- Gaya
- Koderma
- Dhanbad
- Asansol
Additional New Delhi-Howrah Festive Specials
In addition to the new service, the railway administration is running extra trips for the New Delhi-Howrah Festival Special (04052/04051). This service will include stops at Subedarganj in Prayagraj and Govindpuri.
The timings for these services are:
- Train 04052: Departs New Delhi at 6:15 PM and reaches Subedarganj at 6:10 AM the following morning.
- Train 04051: The return journey reaches Subedarganj at 6:40 PM.
Massive Festive Operations Planned
These special trains are part of an extensive plan by Indian Railways to manage the holiday rush. The administration aims to operate a total of 8,454 special train trips between October 1 and November 30, 2026. The Railway Board is currently tasked with the final approval process for these services.
Passengers are encouraged to monitor the latest travel information through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) or by contacting the railway helpline at 139.