North Western Railway: Three special trains to run via Abu Road, check schedule changes
North Western Railway has introduced special train services to help passengers during the busy summer travel season. These trains will pass through Abu Road to manage the heavy rush and provide more confirmed seats for travelers. Some existing train timings have also been adjusted due to ongoing technical work on the tracks.
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What are the special train arrangements?
The North Western Railway is running holiday special trains and adding extra coaches to long-distance trains until July 15, 2026. This move comes after Amit Sudarshan, CPRO of NWR, noted a high demand for tickets during the summer vacations. Specifically, five special trains are connecting Rajasthan with West Bengal to handle the passenger rush following the West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections.
Which trains and schedules are affected?
A weekly special train is operating between Khatipura (Jaipur) and Howrah until July 1, 2026. Additionally, passengers should be aware of general timing revisions across the West Central Railway zone that took effect on January 1, 2026, with changes ranging from 10 minutes to one hour. Local technical work in Abu Road involving electricity feeder lines also requires coordination with railway authorities for rail line crossings.
Details of previous service adjustments
Past infrastructure work has led to specific changes for trains passing through the Abu Road section. The following adjustments were noted during recent bridge and gauge conversion work:
| Train Number | Route | Adjustment Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 14821 | Jodhpur-Sabarmati | Partially canceled between Abu Road and Sabarmati |
| 14822 | Sabarmati-Jodhpur | Originated from Abu Road instead of Sabarmati |
| 12462 | Sabarmati-Jodhpur Express | Departed 1 hour 30 minutes late |
| 14707 | Lalgarh-Dadara | Regulated for 1 hour 45 minutes near Abu Road |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long will the summer special trains operate?
North Western Railway has extended holiday special train services and extra coaches until July 15, 2026, to manage the summer passenger load.
Is there any new rail project starting from Abu Road?
Yes, a 116.65 km broad gauge line is being built to connect Abu Road, Ambaji, and Taranga Hill with an estimated cost of ₹2798 crore.