Indian Railways has decided to run a weekly special train between Gujarat and Delhi to manage the heavy rush during summer vacations. This train will connect Bhavnagar Terminus and Shakurbasti, providing direct connectivity for passengers. The service is specifically designed to reduce congestion and make travel easier for people visiting during the holidays.
What are the train numbers and timings?
The railway has designated train numbers 09257 and 09258 for this summer special service. Train 09257 will run from Bhavnagar Terminus to Shakurbasti every Friday from May 29, 2026, to June 26, 2026. It departs Bhavnagar at 2:20 PM and reaches Shakurbasti the next day at 10:55 AM. Conversely, train 09258 will run from Shakurbasti to Bhavnagar Terminus every Saturday from May 30, 2026, to June 27, 2026, departing at 1:15 PM and arriving the next morning at 8:50 AM.
What is the route and coach composition?
The train will stop at several key stations including Bhavnagar Para, Botad, Mehsana Junction, Abu Road, Ajmer Junction, and Narnaul. For passengers traveling from Narnaul, train 09257 will depart on Saturday at 07:46 AM and reach Delhi Cantt at 10:10 AM. The train consists of 22 coaches to accommodate various passenger needs.
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches |
|---|---|
| Second AC | 2 |
| Third AC | 4 |
| Third AC Economy | 3 |
| Sleeper | 7 |
| General | 4 |
| Power Car & Guard | 2 |
How to book tickets and who announced it?
Booking for train 09257 started on Sunday via IRCTC website and all passenger reservation centers. This announcement was made by Indian Railways, with maintenance handled by Western Railway. The move follows a request raised by MP Shakti Singh Gohil in the Rajya Sabha regarding the lack of direct trains from Bhavnagar to Delhi. Official details were shared by Amit Sudarshan (CPRO, North Western Railway) and Atul Kumar Tripathi (Sr. DCM, Bhavnagar).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
नारनौल स्टेशन पर इस ट्रेन का समय क्या है?
ट्रेन संख्या 09257 नारनौल स्टेशन से शनिवार सुबह 07:46 बजे प्रस्थान करेगी और सुबह 10:10 बजे दिल्ली कैंट पहुँचेगी।
इस स्पेशल ट्रेन में कुल कितने डिब्बे हैं?
इस ट्रेन में कुल 22 डिब्बे हैं, जिसमें 2 सेकंड एसी, 4 थर्ड एसी, 3 थर्ड एसी इकोनॉमी, 7 स्लीपर और 4 जनरल कोच शामिल हैं।