Indian Railways Update: Extension of several special trains to reduce waiting list, check details
Indian Railways and Northern Railway have extended the operational period of several special trains. This move aims to help passengers get confirmed tickets and reduce the long waiting lists during the current rush. The extension covers various routes to manage the crowd during summer vacations and upcoming festivals.
Which special trains have been extended by Northern Railway?
Northern Railway has extended the service of four pairs of special trains until July and August, adding 4 to 9 extra trips. These include the Ranchi-Anand Vihar Terminal (02877/02878), Okha-Shakur Basti (09523/09524), Indore-Hazrat Nizamuddin (09309/09310), and Bhavnagar-Shakur Basti (09257/09258). These trains will help passengers traveling for Sawan and Raksha Bandhan.
Details of special trains for Bihar and Jharkhand routes
Several trains connecting Delhi to Bihar and Jharkhand have been extended until mid-July 2026. The specific details are as follows:
| Train Route | Train Number | Extension Date |
|---|---|---|
| Anand Vihar – Muzaffarpur | 05219/05220 | Until 11 July |
| Anand Vihar – Sheikhpura Jn | 02397/02398 & 03697/03698 | Until 13 & 15 July |
| Anand Vihar Terminal – Danapur | 03257/03258 | Until 13 July |
| New Delhi – Patna Jn | 03293/03294 | Until 16 July |
Other important railway updates for passengers
East Central Railway (ECR) has decided to extend 5 pairs (10 trains) of summer specials until July due to heavy crowds. Additionally, Jammu Division will run a special one-way reserved train (04648) from Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan station to Kharagpur on 26 June 2026. CPRO Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay confirmed that there are no changes in the timings, stoppages, or coach compositions of these extended trains.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will there be any change in the timings of extended special trains?
No, according to CPRO Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, there are no changes in the timings, stoppages, or coach arrangements for the extended trains.
Which routes are covered under the extension for Bihar and Jharkhand?
Routes including Anand Vihar to Muzaffarpur, Sheikhpura, Danapur, and New Delhi to Patna Junction have been extended until mid-July 2026.