Indian Railways has announced a comprehensive plan to manage the heavy passenger rush during the upcoming summer vacation season. To ensure comfortable travel, the railway authorities are adding temporary extra coaches to existing trains and launching over 1,400 special train services across various high-demand routes. These measures are designed to increase seat availability and reduce the waiting list for passengers traveling between April and July 2026.
Major updates on extra coaches and special train operations
North Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan confirmed that 130 extra coaches will be temporarily added to 51 pairs of train services starting in April. This move is aimed at managing the sudden surge in travelers during the holiday season. Central Railway has also planned a massive operation with 1,484 special trains, including 749 reserved and 735 unreserved services, covering both intra-state and inter-state routes to facilitate smooth movement.
Schedule and route details for summer special services
Railway divisions across the country have identified specific routes for these additional services based on passenger demand. Use the table below to check the latest updates on special trains and coach additions.
| Train Route / Region | Service Type / Update | Effective Dates |
|---|---|---|
| North Western Railway | 130 Extra Coaches in 51 Pairs of Trains | April 2026 |
| Central Railway | 1,484 Special Trains (Reserved & Unreserved) | Summer Season 2026 |
| Rewa-Rajkot Express | Additional Third AC Coach | From May 24/25, 2026 |
| LTT – Samastipur Junction | Weekly AC Summer Special | April 21 to July 14, 2026 |
| Lalkuan – Kolkata Special | Train No. 05060/05059 | April 2 to June 27, 2026 |
| Bhopal Division | 18 Summer Specials (Gorakhpur, Pune, Mumbai) | April and May 2026 |
| Barauni/Darbhanga – New Delhi | 4 Pairs of Clone Specials Extended | Till June 1, 2026 |
In addition to these services, Eastern Railway will operate special trains from Kolkata to Mau, Kanpur Central, and New Jalpaiguri. Booking for some of these services has already commenced from March 30. Furthermore, the railway administration is using AI tools to analyze demand and may add more trains if necessary to ensure that the common man can travel without any inconvenience during the summer break.