Summer Special Trains: Indian Railways to run 5 special trains for Bihar and Jharkhand passengers
Indian Railways has announced 5 summer special trains to help passengers traveling through Bihar and Jharkhand. These trains will run during April and May 2026 to reduce the heavy rush during the summer season. The decision was made to provide a comfortable and safe journey for people traveling between West and East India.
What are the 5 summer special trains and their routes?
| Train Name & Number | Route | Start Date | Coach Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Udhna – Malda Town (09063/09064) | Udhna to Malda Town | 27 April | Full AC |
| Gandhidham – Malda Town (09463/09464) | Gandhidham to Malda Town | 25 April | General, Sleeper, AC |
| Udhna – Malda Town (09013/09014) | Udhna to Malda Town | 28 April | General, Sleeper |
| Sabarmati BG – Asansol (09435/09436) | Sabarmati to Asansol | 29 April | Full AC |
| Sultanpur – Dankuni (04250/04249) | Sultanpur to Dankuni | 24 April | General, Sleeper, AC |
How will this benefit passengers of Bihar and Jharkhand?
According to Shibram Manjhi, CPRO of Eastern Railway Kolkata, these trains will connect Gujarat to Bihar and Bengal. The trains will stop at important stations like New Farakka, Barharwa, Sahibganj, Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur, Sultanganj, Jamalpur, and Abhaypur. This will give direct connectivity to people living in Bhagalpur, Munger, and Jamalpur areas.
These special services will help reduce the long waiting lists that often reach 200-300 during summer. Passengers will have a better chance of getting confirmed tickets for their travel.