The Samastipur Division of East Central Railway has introduced special train services between Saharsa and Kumedpur to manage the extra rush of passengers. These trains will operate from April 20 to April 30, 2026, running every Monday and Thursday. A total of four trips will be conducted in each direction to provide relief to commuters.
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What is the schedule and route of these special trains?
The special trains 05502 and 05501 will travel via Mansi, Naugachia, and Katihar. The journey from Saharsa to Kumedpur starts at 07:30 AM and reaches the destination by 01:45 PM. The return journey from Kumedpur starts at 03:00 PM and reaches Saharsa at 10:15 PM.
| Station | Train 05502 (Saharsa to Kumedpur) | Train 05501 (Kumedpur to Saharsa) |
|---|---|---|
| Saharsa Jn | Departure 07:30 | Arrival 22:15 |
| Simri Bakhtiyarpur | 07:43 – 07:45 | 20:10 – 20:11 |
| Mansi Jn | 08:50 – 09:00 | 19:00 – 19:10 |
| Naugachia | 10:00 – 10:02 | 17:38 – 17:40 |
| Katihar Jn | 12:30 – 12:40 | 16:30 – 16:40 |
| Kumedpur Jn | Arrival 13:45 | Departure 15:00 |
What are the coach details and official reason for this service?
CPRO Saraswati Chandra stated that this decision was taken to ensure passenger convenience due to the increasing crowd. The train consists of 15 coaches, including 9 general sleeper coaches, 4 general category coaches, and 2 guard and brake vans. This arrangement aims to reduce congestion and provide a better travel experience for the public.