Festive Alert: Howrah-New Delhi Special (04051/04052) Trip Cancelled
Passengers planning their festive journeys between West Bengal and the national capital need to take immediate note. Indian Railways has officially announced the cancellation of a specific trip for the Howrah-New Delhi-Howrah Special train service.
Which Specific Trips are Affected?
The cancellation, which has been coordinated by railway officials in Kanpur due to operational reasons, impacts the following scheduled services:
- Train 04051 (Howrah to New Delhi): This service will not run on October 4, 2026.
- Train 04052 (New Delhi to Howrah): This service will not run on October 2, 2026.
Impact on Festive Season Travel
This disruption comes at a critical time for travelers, as these special services were intended to manage the heavy passenger rush during the Diwali and Chhath Puja festive period.
For reference, the original schedule for these weekly special services was as follows:
- Train 04052: Designated as a weekly Friday service, scheduled to operate from October 2, 2026, through November 27, 2026.
- Train 04051: Designated as a weekly Sunday service, scheduled to operate from October 4, 2026, until November 29, 2026.
Important Advisory: Railway authorities have urged all passengers to verify the current status of their travel plans through official channels before departing for the station to prevent any inconvenience during their journey.