Eastern Railway Special Trains: 6 Extra Routes for Chhath Puja Return
Eastern Railway announces additional trips for six special trains to manage the post-Chhath Puja passenger rush. Check the schedule here.
To manage the massive surge of passengers returning to their workplaces after the Chhath Puja festivities, Eastern Railway has announced the extension of services for six pairs of special trains. This move is designed to ease the heavy influx of travelers across several key routes in the region.
Detailed Schedule of Special Trains
The railway administration has proposed these additional trips while maintaining the existing routes, stoppages, and timetables. Here are the specific details for the upcoming special services:
- Sealdah–Sitamarhi Special (03143/03144): Departing from Sealdah on November 25 and from Sitamarhi on November 26.
- Howrah–Laukaha Bazar Special (03031/03032): Operating from Howrah on November 17 and 24, and from Laukaha Bazar on November 18 and 25.
- Bhagalpur–Patna Special (03431/03432): Scheduled to operate on November 30.
- Sealdah–Jaynagar Unreserved Special (03137/03138): Running from Sealdah on November 19 and 26, and from Jaynagar on November 20 and 27.
- Howrah–Patna Unreserved Special (03033/03034): Scheduled from Howrah on November 18 and 25, and from Patna on November 19 and 26.
Significant Increase in Train Operations
Eastern Railway is significantly ramping up its operations for the month of November 2026. A total of 901 special train trips are being operated, which includes 626 reserved and 275 unreserved services. This represents a 20% increase in special services compared to the previous year, highlighting the department's commitment to handling the festive rush.
Enhanced Safety and Passenger Amenities
Recognizing the high volume of travelers, the railway has implemented several measures to ensure order and safety at major stations such as Howrah, Sealdah, Bhagalpur, and Jamalpur. These measures include:
- Expansion of waiting areas to accommodate more passengers.
- Establishment of 24-hour medical assistance.
- Enhanced security protocols to maintain discipline and safety.