Indian Railways has announced the operation of four new special trains and the extension of existing services to manage the heavy rush during summer vacations. These trains will pass through Govindpuri station in Kanpur, providing significant relief to passengers facing long waiting lists. North Central Railway’s Chief Public Relations Officer, Shashikant Tripathi, shared these updates to help travelers plan their journeys.
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Which are the new special trains and their schedules?
The railway has introduced two main pairs of special trains to connect key destinations via Govindpuri:
| Train Name | Train Number | Route | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwalior-Barauni Special | 04137 / 04138 | Gwalior to Barauni | 04137: Sat & Tue (May 19 – July 25); 04138: Sun & Wed (May 20 – July 15) |
| Jhansi-Khurda Road Special | 01929 / 01930 | Jhansi to Khurda Road | 01929: Every Friday (May 22 – June 26); 01930: Every Sunday (May 24 – June 28) |
Which train service has been extended and what are the changes?
The operation period for the Anand Vihar Terminal-Khurda Road Special (04066/04065) has been increased. Train 04066 will run from Anand Vihar on May 18, June 1, and June 8. Train 04065 will run from Khurda Road on May 19, June 2, and June 9. During these extra trips, the train will stop at Naraj Marthapur instead of Cuttack. It consists of 18 coaches, including AC First, AC Second, AC Third, Sleeper, and General classes.
What other summer arrangements have been made for Kanpur?
To further reduce crowd pressure, North Central Railway decided to run six pairs of summer special trains connecting Visakhapatnam, Tatanagar, Ranchi, Howrah, Anand Vihar, and New Delhi via Govindpuri. Additionally, 12 other special trains have been introduced with bookings starting from May 15, 2026. In total, 14 summer special trains will operate from Kanpur Central and Govindpuri, facilitating travel between New Jalpaiguri and Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which station in Kanpur will these special trains use?
All the new and extended special trains, including the Gwalior-Barauni and Jhansi-Khurda Road services, will pass through the Govindpuri station in Kanpur.
What are the dates for the Anand Vihar-Khurda Road extended service?
Train 04066 will run from Anand Vihar on May 18, June 1, and June 8, while Train 04065 will run from Khurda Road on May 19, June 2, and June 9.