New Special Trains Connect Rajasthan, UP, and Bihar
Indian Railways launches new special trains connecting Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar to manage festive and wedding season rush.
To tackle the massive surge in passenger traffic during the upcoming festive and wedding season, Indian Railways has launched new special trains connecting Rajasthan, UP, and Bihar. These one-way services, operated by Western Railway, began rolling out on November 15, 2026, to ensure smoother travel for passengers moving between these three key states.
Key New Train Services and Schedules
Several new routes have been activated to help travelers navigate the heavy seasonal rush. The following special services are now part of the schedule:
- Bandra Terminus–Gorakhpur Special (09113): This service commenced operations on November 15. Departing Bandra at 4:30 AM, it is scheduled to reach Kota at 7:50 PM and Sawai Madhopur at 10:25 PM. After passing through Bayana, the train will arrive in Gorakhpur the following day.
- Ahmedabad–Madhubani Special (09431): This special service also started its operations on November 15.
- Pratapnagar–Raxaul Special (09133): This service is scheduled to begin its journey on November 16.
Furthermore, active routes now include services from Udhna to Gaya, Barauni, and Jhanjharpur, providing much-needed relief to commuters in those regions.
Enhanced Connectivity with New Stoppages
To further assist local passengers, railway officials have approved additional stoppages for several existing special services. Specifically, the Bhagalpur–Jaipur and Gaya–Khatipura special trains will now include a halt at Bharatpur railway station in Rajasthan.
Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Saurabh Jain confirmed that these measures are intended to streamline travel and manage the high volumes of passengers across the three states during this busy period.
Booking Details and Coach Information
These special trains are configured with both sleeper and general second-class coaches to accommodate the high number of travelers. Please note that these services operate under special fares.
Passengers can secure their seats through the following methods:
- Official IRCTC website
- Computerized reservation centers
This initiative is part of a larger festive season strategy by Indian Railways, which includes thousands of planned special trips during the October–November period to manage the significant passenger surges associated with Diwali and Chhath Puja.