Summer Special Trains: Indian Railways announces new trains for Rajasthan, Bihar, Gujarat and Maharashtra
Indian Railways has announced several summer special trains to help passengers travel easily during the vacation season. These trains will improve connectivity for people traveling to and from Rajasthan, Bihar, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. The special services are designed to manage the extra rush of passengers during the summer months.
What are the train numbers and routes
The railways have introduced multiple special services with different frequencies. Some trains will run bi-weekly while others will operate on a weekly basis to connect major cities.
| Train Number | Route | Frequency | Trips |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09001 | Mumbai Central – Bhiwani | Bi-weekly | 36 |
| 09002 | Bhiwani – Mumbai Central | Bi-weekly | 36 |
| 09601 | Madar – Patna | Weekly | 12 |
| 09602 | Patna – Madar | Weekly | 12 |
| 09603 | Madar – Howrah | Weekly | 02 |
| 09604 | Howrah – Madar | Weekly | 02 |
| 09531 | Bhavnagar Terminus – Howrah | Weekly | 02 |
| 09532 | Howrah – Bhavnagar Terminus | Weekly | 02 |
What are the operating dates for these trains
The schedules for these trains vary based on the route. The Mumbai Central and Bhiwani trains will run from March 31, 2026, to August 1, 2026. The Madar to Patna and Patna to Madar services will operate between April 23 and July 10, 2026.
For the Howrah routes, the Madar services are scheduled for late April 2026. Similarly, the Bhavnagar Terminus to Howrah trains will operate on specific dates in April 2026. Passengers can book their tickets through official channels now.