Indian Railways announced the operation of 908 summer special trains to manage the heavy passenger rush between April 15, 2026, and July 15, 2026. These trains will perform a total of 18,262 trips across various zones to ensure passengers get confirmed tickets. The move aims to reduce the long waiting lists and RAC status currently seen in regular trains during the vacation season.
Which trains will operate for Bihar passengers?
The East Central Railway will operate 64 trains covering 2,711 trips, with 38 trains already open for booking. Several routes have been introduced to connect Bihar with major cities like Delhi and Bengaluru. Special services are also running from Raxaul, Saharsa, and via Gaya Junction to help people traveling home for the holidays.
What are the specific routes and schedules?
The Ministry of Railways has notified several special pairs to ease the crowd. Some of the key trains and their routes are listed below:
| Train Number | Route | Operation Period |
|---|---|---|
| 09069/09070 | Udhna-Samastipur-Udhna | April 24-30 |
| 09167/09168 | Udhna-Madhubani-Udhna | April 26-27 |
| 09063/09064 | Udhna-Malda Town-Udhna | April 27 & 29 |
| 09435/09436 | Sabarmati-Asansol-Sabarmati | April 29 & May 1 |
| 04250/04249 | Sultanpur-Dankuni-Sultanpur | April 24-25 |
How can passengers plan their travel?
CPRO of East Central Railway, Saraswati Chandra, informed that many of these trains are unreserved or special quota services. Passengers are advised to check the official railway timetable before starting their journey to avoid any inconvenience. Booking for 660 trains is already open, and more will be added as per the demand.