Diwali Chhath Puja Special Trains: Indian Railways Announces 3
Indian Railways has launched three special trains for Diwali and Chhath Puja to manage festive crowds. Check the schedules for LTT, Pune, and Danapur routes.
To manage the massive passenger surge during the upcoming festivals, Indian Railways has introduced three Diwali Chhath Puja special trains. These services are designed to accommodate travelers moving through the West Central Railway zone, specifically targeting routes that connect Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh.
Details of Festive Special Services
LTT–Danapur Unreserved Special
The LTT–Danapur Unreserved Special is scheduled to depart from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT) at 11:55 PM on November 10, arriving in Danapur at 10:30 AM on November 12. For the return journey, the train will depart Danapur at 1:30 PM on November 12 and reach LTT at 11:30 PM on November 13.
LTT–Gorakhpur Special
The LTT–Gorakhpur Special will depart from LTT at 2:50 PM on November 10, reaching Gorakhpur at 11:50 PM on November 11. The return leg is scheduled to depart Gorakhpur at 5:30 AM on November 12, arriving at LTT at 2:30 PM on November 13.
Pune–Danapur Special
A one-way special service will also operate from Pune to Danapur. This train is set to depart Pune at 8:20 PM on November 10 and is expected to arrive in Danapur at 5:50 AM on November 12.
Stoppages and Passenger Information
These special trains will include scheduled stoppages at the following stations to facilitate travel:
- Itarsi
- Bhopal
- Bina
Passengers are advised to check the exact coach composition, schedules, and real-time status via the official National Train Enquiry System (NTES) app or website. For further assistance, travelers can contact the railway enquiry helpline at 139.