Indian Railways has extended the operational period of two important special trains to help passengers during the heavy rush. The East Central Railway (ECR) and Eastern Railway announced this move to provide relief to travelers. These services will now run for a longer duration to accommodate the high demand on these routes.
Danapur-SMVT Bengaluru Special: New route and timings
The special train between Danapur and SMVT Bengaluru (03251/03252) will now operate daily from June 1, 2026, to July 18, 2026. The railway has also changed the route after Vijayawada, and it will now pass through Guntur Junction, Gooty, Dharmavaram, and Yelahanka instead of the old Perambur-Katpadi route.
| Train No. | Route | Departure | Arrival | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03251 | Danapur to Bengaluru | 3:00 PM | 2:30 PM (Day 3) | June 1 – July 15, 2026 |
| 03252 | Bengaluru to Danapur | 11:50 PM | 11:55 PM (Day 3) | June 3 – July 18, 2026 |
The train will have a total of 22 coaches, including 2 AC 2-tier, 3 AC 3-tier, 10 Sleeper, and 7 General coaches.
Saraigarh-Deoghar MEMU Special: Relief for Bhagalpur passengers
The Saraigarh-Deoghar-Saraigarh MEMU Special (05573/05574) will run daily from June 1, 2026, to July 15, 2026. This extension is mainly to help passengers because of the disruption caused by the collapse of the Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur.
- Train 05573: Departs Saraigarh at 3:05 AM and reaches Deoghar at 11:20 AM.
- Train 05574: Departs Deoghar at 11:35 AM and reaches Saraigarh at 10:15 PM.
- Key Halts: Supaul, Saharsa, Simri Bakhtiyarpur, Mansi, Khagaria, Sabdalpur, Munger, Sultanganj, Bhagalpur, and Banka.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the new route for the Danapur-Bengaluru special train?
After Vijayawada, the train will now travel via Guntur Junction, Gooty, Dharmavaram, and Yelahanka, replacing the previous Perambur-Katpadi route.
Why was the Saraigarh-Deoghar MEMU special extended?
The service was extended to manage high passenger volume and provide an alternative route due to the collapse of the Vikramshila Setu in Bhagalpur.