Gujarat-Bihar Special Trains: New Festive Services Announced!
Indian Railways announces special trains on the Gujarat-Bihar route for the festive season. Check the Ahmedabad-Rajgir schedule here.
To tackle the massive passenger surge during the upcoming Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals, Indian Railways has introduced three pairs of Gujarat Bihar special trains to provide relief to travelers, particularly those looking for general and sleeper class accommodations.
Ahmedabad to Rajgir Unreserved Services
Western Railway has rolled out two unreserved special train services specifically connecting Ahmedabad and Rajgir. These services are scheduled to complete four trips throughout the month of November to assist commuters during the peak festive period.
- Train 09441: Scheduled to depart from Ahmedabad on November 4 and November 11.
- Train 09442: Scheduled to depart from Rajgir on November 6 and November 13.
Route and Major Station Stops
These special services will traverse through several key stations across multiple railway zones. The trains will provide connectivity to the following locations:
- Anand and Godhra
- Ratlam and Kota
- Agra and Tundla
- Prayagraj Junction and Subedarganj
- Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction
- Buxar and Patna
- Bihar Sharif and Nalanda
Massive Festive Rail Network
The expansion of these services is part of a larger effort by Indian Railways to manage the seasonal rush. Beyond the Gujarat-Bihar route, railway zones including Northern and North Eastern Railways have collectively organized more than 50 pairs of special trains to facilitate travel to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Dr. Shivam Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of North Central Railway (NCR), stated that these special trains are being operated to ensure passengers have access to confirmed seats and smooth transportation during the busy festival period.
Traveler Advisory
To ensure a hassle-free journey, railway authorities have advised all passengers to verify exact train timings and real-time seat availability before starting their trip. Passengers can use the following official resources:
- The official IRCTC website
- The NTES mobile application
- The national railway helpline number 139