Northern Railway Unreserved Festival Specials From Nov 5
Northern Railway announces new unreserved special trains from Nov 5 to manage Diwali and Chhath Puja rush, including Nizamuddin-Jhansi services.
To manage the massive influx of passengers during the upcoming festive season, Northern Railway has announced the operation of several unreserved special trains starting November 5. This initiative is specifically designed to handle the heavy traffic expected during the Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026 celebrations.
New Nizamuddin-Jhansi and Ghaziabad-Aligarh Services
The railway has introduced specific special services to cater to different passenger needs. Among these are the Nizamuddin-Jhansi unreserved special trains (04412/04411). The 04412 service covers a 403-kilometer journey from Hazrat Nizamuddin to V Lakshmibai Jhansi Junction, passing through key stations such as Agra and Mathura. This train is scheduled to depart at 19:25 and arrive at 05:30.
Additionally, the Ghaziabad-Aligarh EMU services (04414/04413) will be operational to support commuters. Both the Nizamuddin-Jhansi and the Ghaziabad-Aligarh train pairs are slated to complete three trips each to accommodate the holiday travelers.
30% Increase in Festive Train Frequency
In a significant move to combat holiday congestion, Northern Railway has boosted the frequency of special festival trains by 30% compared to previous schedules. The railway network aims to operate more than 6,200 trips in total to ensure smooth movement across the region.
To provide options for all types of travelers, these special services will feature a diverse mix of coaches, including:
- AC coaches
- Sleeper coaches
- General unreserved coaches