North Western Railway adds extra sleeper coach to Udaipur Khajuraho Express
The North Western Railway has announced the permanent addition of one extra sleeper coach to the Udaipur City-Khajuraho Express operating with train numbers 19666 and 19665. With this latest operational upgrade, the total composition of the train has now increased to 22 coaches. This crucial adjustment is designed to provide significant relief to daily commuters and long-distance passengers travelling from Chittorgarh and other en-route stations along this popular route. Here are the key highlights of this railway capacity enhancement:
- Train numbers affected: 19666 and 19665 Udaipur City-Khajuraho Express
- New coach composition: Total train length increased to 22 coaches
- Primary benefit: Better berth availability and relief for passengers boarding from Chittorgarh
- Route coverage: Spans approximately 1,092 kilometers across multiple regional stops
Capacity Management and Regional Demand
This important infrastructural move follows a series of proactive capacity management initiatives undertaken by railway authorities to combat heavy passenger rushes. Earlier in July 2026, railway officials authorized temporary coach additions across key regional routes including the Udaipur-Khajuraho, Udaipur-Jaipur, and Udaipur-Asarwa services to mitigate severe congestion during peak travel windows.
While a broader policy update issued on August 24, 2026, officially permitted certain Mail and Express trains to expand up to a maximum of 24 coaches—thereby boosting seating capacity by 160 seats—the specific augmentation of the Udaipur-Khajuraho route to 22 coaches serves as a targeted measure to handle consistent regional passenger demand effectively.
Historical Context of Route Augmentation
Covering a demanding distance of approximately 1,092 kilometers, the Udaipur-Khajuraho service frequently adjusts its configuration during periods of high traffic and festive seasons. For instance, back in October 2024, railways had introduced a temporary second sleeper class coach to this exact train to successfully manage festival-related travel surges. Passengers originating from Chittorgarh and surrounding areas can now look forward to a more comfortable journey with improved confirmable berth availability through the IRCTC reservation system.