North Central Railway has decided to run two pairs of summer special trains via Govindpuri, Kanpur. This move aims to reduce the heavy passenger rush during the summer holidays. The official announcement was made by Shashikant Tripathi, the Chief Public Relations Officer of North Central Railway.
What are the routes and schedules of these special trains?
The railway has introduced services between Prayagraj-Gandhigram and Subedarganj-Valsad to help passengers travel easily. The bookings for these trains opened on Thursday, May 28, 2026, and the trains will start operating from May 30, 2026.
| Train Number | Route | Days of Operation | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04111 | Prayagraj to Gandhigram | Saturday and Tuesday | May 30 to July 14, 2026 |
| 04112 | Gandhigram to Prayagraj | Sunday and Wednesday | May 31 to July 15, 2026 |
| 04119 | Subedarganj to Valsad | Saturday | May 30 to July 11, 2026 |
| 04120 | Valsad to Subedarganj | Sunday | May 31 to July 12, 2026 |
How can passengers book tickets for these services?
Reservations for these summer special trains are currently open for the general public. Passengers can book their tickets through the official railway booking counters or the online portal. These trains are specifically designed to alleviate congestion in the Kanpur section during the holiday season.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When do the summer special trains start operating?
The special trains will start their operations from May 30, 2026, and will run until mid-July 2026.
Which routes are covered by these new trains?
The trains will operate on the Prayagraj-Gandhigram (04111/04112) and Subedarganj-Valsad (04119/04120) routes via Govindpuri.