ECR Special Trains: Ludhiana to Saharsa, Darbhanga & Kolkata
East Central Railway introduces special trains from Ludhiana to Saharsa, Darbhanga, Purnia, and Kolkata for the festive season.
With the festive season of Diwali and Chhath Puja approaching, the East Central Railway (ECR) has stepped up to manage the anticipated surge in passenger traffic. The Samastipur Railway Division has announced several festival special trains to ensure smoother travel for commuters heading home to Bihar and West Bengal.
Key Special Train Routes and Schedules
Saraswati Chandra, the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of East Central Railway, confirmed that these services are designed to alleviate the heavy rush between Punjab and key destinations in the ECR zone.
Ludhiana to Bihar and West Bengal Connections
- Ludhiana–Saharsa Special (04656/04655): This train will depart from Ludhiana on November 6, 9, and 11. The return journey from Saharsa is scheduled for November 8, 11, and 13.
- Ludhiana–Darbhanga Special (04662/04661): Departing Ludhiana on November 7, 10, and 11, this special will return from Darbhanga on November 8, 11, and 12.
- Ludhiana–Purnia Special (04660/04659): This service will run from Ludhiana on November 5 and 9, with return trips from Purnia on November 6 and 10.
- Ludhiana–Kolkata Special (04666/04665): A vital link for passengers traveling to West Bengal, departing Ludhiana on November 6 and returning from Kolkata on November 7.
Additional Unreserved Services
In a further effort to assist travelers, Eastern Railway has introduced fully unreserved special trains. These services will connect Sealdah and Kolkata to various destinations, including:
- Jaynagar
- Ballia
- Gorakhpur
Passengers are strongly advised to verify their train status, timings, and platform details through the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) website or by calling the railway helpline at 139.
Additionally, travelers should confirm whether their specific service is reserved or unreserved before arriving at the station counters to avoid any last-minute confusion.