Indian Railways has extended the operational period of five pairs of special trains on the Bihar route to manage the heavy rush of passengers. This decision follows increasing demand for travel between Bihar, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh. Additionally, an extra trip has been announced for the Ahmedabad-Patna special service to provide further relief to commuters.
Which special trains have been extended and until when
The East Central Railway and Western Railway have updated the schedules for several special trains. The details of the extensions are as follows:
| Train Number & Route | Extended Until | Operating Days |
|---|---|---|
| 09151 Udhna-Madhubani | July 31, 2026 | Wednesday, Friday |
| 09152 Madhubani-Udhna | August 2, 2026 | Friday, Sunday |
| 09031 Udhna-Hasanpur Road | July 26, 2026 | Sunday |
| 09032 Hasanpur Road-Udhna | July 28, 2026 | Tuesday |
| 09343 Dr. Ambedkar Nagar-Patna | July 30, 2026 | Thursday |
| 09344 Patna-Dr. Ambedkar Nagar | July 31, 2026 | Friday |
| 09025 Valsad-Danapur | July 27, 2026 | Monday |
| 09026 Danapur-Valsad | July 28, 2026 | Tuesday |
What is the update for the Ahmedabad-Patna Special train
Apart from the extensions, the Ahmedabad-Patna Special (09447/48) will run an additional trip. Train number 09447 will depart from Ahmedabad on July 1, 2026, and train number 09448 will depart from Patna on July 3, 2026. Sarawati Chandra, CPRO of East Central Railway, stated that these moves will help thousands of passengers during festivals and holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Udhna-Madhubani Special train run until?
The 09151 Udhna-Madhubani Special will operate until July 31, 2026, every Wednesday and Friday, while the return 09152 Madhubani-Udhna Special will run until August 2, 2026.
What are the dates for the additional Ahmedabad-Patna Special trip?
Train 09447 will depart from Ahmedabad on July 1, 2026, and train 09448 will depart from Patna on July 3, 2026.