Nanded-Panipat Special Trains for Nirankari Sant Samagam
To facilitate the movement of devotees attending the 79th Annual Nirankari Sant Samagam, South Central Railway (SCR) has announced special train services between Nanded and Panipat. The religious event is scheduled to be held from October 23 to October 26, 2026, at the Sant Nirankari Adhyatmik Sthal located in Bhodwal Majri, Panipat.
Special Train Schedule and Timings
The railway administration will operate two special services, numbered 07635 and 07636, providing two trips in each direction to accommodate the pilgrims.
Train 07635: Nanded to Panipat
- Departure Dates: October 21 and October 27, 2026.
- Departure Time: 07:40 AM from Nanded.
- Arrival Time: 05:30 PM at Panipat on the following day.
Train 07636: Panipat to Nanded
- Departure Dates: October 22 and October 28, 2026.
- Departure Time: 06:15 PM from Panipat.
- Arrival Time: 06:00 AM at Nanded on the second day.
Route and Major Station Halts
These special services will pass through several key junctions, ensuring connectivity for passengers across various regions. The route includes significant stops at:
- Aurangabad, Bhusawal, and Jalgaon
- Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and Manmad
- Khandwa, Itarsi, and Rani Kamalapati
- Bina, Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi, and Agra Cantt
- Mathura, Kosi Kalan, and New Delhi
At Mathura Junction, Train 07635 is scheduled to arrive at 11:35 AM and depart at 11:40 AM. For the return journey, Train 07636 is set to reach Mathura at 11:20 PM.
Enhanced Connectivity at Bhodwal Majri
To manage the expected surge in pilgrims, the Northern Railway’s Delhi Division has introduced temporary two-minute stoppages at the Bhodwal Majri station. This special arrangement will be in place from September 20 through October 31, 2026.
Coach Composition
The special trains are equipped with a mix of coaches to serve different passenger preferences, including:
- AC 3-Tier
- Sleeper Class
- General Second Class
Manoj Kumar Singh, Public Relations Officer of the North Central Railway (Jhansi Division), stated that these operations are part of a broader Indian Railways initiative to manage increased passenger demand during the upcoming Puja Festival and the Sant Samagam.