Indian Railways has announced a special train service for devotees during the Shravani Mela 2026. The Eastern Railway and Asansol Division will operate train numbers 03001 and 03002 between Howrah and Natesar (Rajgir) to help passengers travel easily to Baba Baidyanath Dham and the Rajgir-Nalanda area.
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What is the schedule and timing of the special train?
The special service will run from 5 July to 30 September 2026, completing a total of 38 trips. Train 03001 will leave Howrah every Sunday, Tuesday, and Friday at 11:50 PM and reach Natesar at 12:00 PM the next day. Train 03002 will leave Natesar every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 1:00 PM and reach Howrah at 4:30 AM the next day.
Where will the Shravani Mela Special train stop?
The train will stop at several key stations to ensure maximum reach for the pilgrims. The list of halts includes:
- Howrah, Bandel Junction, Bardhaman Junction
- Durgapur, Asansol Junction, Chittaranjan
- Madhupur Junction, Jasidih Junction, Jhajha
- Jamui, Kiul Junction, Sheikhpura Junction
- Asthawan, Biharsharif Junction, Nalanda
- Rajgir and Natesar Junction
What are the coach details and facilities?
The train will use ICF racks and provide various seating options for the comfort of the passengers. The coach composition is as follows:
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches |
|---|---|
| 3AC (AC 3 Tier) | 1 |
| Sleeper Class | 7 |
| General Class | 8 |
| SLRD (Luggage/Guard) | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many trips will the Howrah-Natesar special train make?
The special train will operate a total of 38 trips between 5 July and 30 September 2026.
Which days will train number 03001 operate from Howrah?
Train number 03001 will depart from Howrah every Sunday, Tuesday, and Friday starting from 5 July 2026.