15 Chhath Puja Special Trains from Firozpur Division
Firozpur Division announces 15 pairs of Chhath Puja special trains to manage the festive rush from Punjab to Bihar, UP, and West Bengal.
To manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season, the Firozpur Division of Northern Railway has announced the operation of 15 pairs of Chhath Puja special trains. These services, totaling 98 trips, are specifically designed to help travelers move from Punjab to key destinations in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal during the Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026 period.
Key Routes and Departure Stations
The special services will originate from several major hubs across the division to ensure widespread connectivity. The distribution of the 15 pairs of trains is as follows:
- Amritsar: 5 pairs
- Ludhiana: 6 pairs
- Firozpur Cantt: 2 pairs
- Jalandhar City: 1 pair
- Chheharta: 1 pair
Increased Capacity for High-Demand Routes
Recognizing the heavy demand for comfortable travel, railway authorities have bolstered the capacity of specific high-demand services by attaching additional Third AC coaches. Notable among these are:
- Firozpur Cantt–Patna Special (Train No. 04616)
- Amritsar–Barauni Special (Train No. 04668)
Officials have also noted that if demand continues to rise between early October and late November, further special services may be introduced to accommodate the crowds.
Enhanced Security and Station Facilities
To ensure a smooth experience for passengers, the division has established a 'War Room' for 24-hour monitoring of train operations and station conditions. Security has been significantly ramped up with the deployment of extra personnel from the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and the Government Railway Police (GRP).
Infrastructure improvements are also in place to handle the influx of travelers, including:
- A new 400-square-meter temporary waiting area at Jalandhar City station.
- Additional ticket counters and dedicated help desks at major railway hubs.
- Stationing of medical teams and support staff at critical locations to ensure operational efficiency.
Official Safety Advisory
Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Sanjeev Kumar and Divisional Commercial Manager Basant Kumar have issued a formal appeal to all passengers regarding safety during the festive rush.
"Passengers are urged to remain orderly and strictly avoid carrying any inflammable materials while traveling."
For real-time updates, travelers are encouraged to use the UTS mobile application for unreserved ticketing. Passengers should also check current train statuses, platform numbers, and timings via the official NTES app or the designated railway helpline numbers.