Indian Railways Update: 38 extra coaches added to 16 train pairs and special train for Howrah announced
Indian Railways has announced several measures to manage the heavy rush of passengers during the summer vacations. To provide relief to travelers, 38 additional coaches will be added to 16 pairs of trains. Additionally, a special train will run from Jodhpur to Howrah to handle the increased demand.
Which trains will get extra coaches and who will benefit
The North Western Railway’s Jodhpur Division will add 38 extra coaches to 16 pairs of trains in a phased manner during May. This decision will help passengers traveling to Mumbai, Delhi, Varanasi, Indore, and South India. DRM Anurag Tripathi stated that this move will reduce waiting lists and make it easier for passengers to get confirmed tickets.
Special Train for Howrah and Coach Details
A one-way special train (Train No. 04803) will operate from Jodhpur to Howrah. It is scheduled to depart Jodhpur on April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM and will reach Howrah on the third day at 10:15 AM. The train composition is as follows:
| Coach Type | Number of Coaches |
|---|---|
| Third AC | 1 |
| Sleeper | 18 |
| Guard Coaches | 2 |
| Total Coaches | 21 |
Passengers should note that bedroll facilities (sheets and blankets) will not be available on this special train.
Train cancellations due to track work
Due to doubling and automatic signaling work on the Churu-Sadulpur section of the Bikaner Division, some services will be affected. The following trains are cancelled:
- Train 14823 (Jodhpur-Rewari Express): Cancelled for 4 trips from April 25 to April 28.
- Train 14824 (Rewari-Jodhpur Express): Cancelled for 4 trips from April 26 to April 29.