Kota-Panipat Special Trains to Ease Festive Rush
Indian Railways has announced the introduction of special train services between Kota and Panipat to manage the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive season. These services are specifically designed to accommodate the heavy influx of travelers during Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath Puja.
Additional Connectivity for Rajasthan, Delhi, and Haryana
According to Saurabh Jain, the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of the Kota Railway Division, these special runs aim to provide much-needed additional connectivity for passengers traveling across Rajasthan, Delhi, and Haryana. The special services will operate under train numbers 09801 and 09802.
Service Schedule and Dates
The special trains are scheduled to complete two trips in each direction on the following dates: October 22 and October 26, 2026.
- Train 09801: Departs from Kota at 09:45 AM and arrives in Panipat at 10:25 PM on the same day.
- Train 09802: Departs from Panipat at 11:35 PM and arrives in Kota at 01:00 PM the following day.
Key Stops and Route Details
The service will provide convenient access to several important stations along the route, including:
- Lakheri
- Sawai Madhopur
- Gangapur City
- Hindaun City
- Bayana
- Bharatpur
- Mathura
- New Delhi
- Sonipat
- Bhodwal Majri
Coach Composition and Passenger Information
To cater to the diverse needs of travelers, the train will consist of 18 coaches in total:
- 12 General class coaches
- 3 Sleeper class coaches
- 1 Third-tier AC coach
- 2 SLR coaches
Passengers are advised to verify the detailed schedule and obtain the most updated travel information via the official Indian Railways website, the NTES mobile application, or by dialing the Rail Madad helpline at 139.