Indian Railways extends Ranchi-Anand Vihar special trains and other services to manage summer rush
Indian Railways has decided to extend the operation of several special trains to help passengers dealing with the heavy summer rush. This move comes after seeing a high demand for tickets on key routes. The Railway Ministry has officially announced the extension of these services to ensure more people can travel comfortably during the peak season.
What are the new dates for Ranchi-Anand Vihar special trains?
The special train services between Ranchi and Anand Vihar Terminal have been extended for July 2026. These trains will run as follows:
- Ranchi to Anand Vihar Terminal (02877): This train will operate every Saturday from July 4 to July 25, 2026, completing a total of 4 trips.
- Anand Vihar Terminal to Ranchi (02878): This train will depart every Sunday from July 5 to July 26, 2026, also completing 4 trips.
Which other special trains have been extended?
Apart from the Ranchi route, the railway has extended services on several other major routes across the country to manage the crowd.
| Train Route | Extension Details |
|---|---|
| Hubballi-Rameshwaram (07355/07356) | Extended for 4 trips each way in July 2026 |
| Hubballi-Kollam (07313/07314) | Extended for 3 additional trips in July 2026 |
| Bhubaneswar-Yesvantpur (02811/02812) | Operation extended until the end of August 2026 |
The Railway Ministry stated that over 18,000 summer special train trips will be operated across India between April 15 and July 15, 2026, to provide extra berths and better connectivity for travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
रांची-आनंद विहार स्पेशल ट्रेन कब तक चलेगी?
ट्रेन नंबर 02877 रांची से 25 जुलाई 2026 तक और ट्रेन नंबर 02878 आनंद विहार से 26 जुलाई 2026 तक चलेगी।
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